CVE-2026-55978
HIGHCVSS 8.4/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-55978 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.4/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper access control vulnerability in CatchPulse could allow a non-administrative local attacker to connect to an unrestricted kernel filter communication port and bypass CatchPulse's security policy enforcement..
Description
An improper access control vulnerability in CatchPulse could allow a non-administrative local attacker to connect to an unrestricted kernel filter communication port and bypass CatchPulse's security policy enforcement.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| SecureAge | CatchPulse | 10.10.0 and earlier |
References
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-55978?
An improper access control vulnerability in CatchPulse could allow a non-administrative local attacker to connect to an unrestricted kernel filter communication port and bypass CatchPulse's security policy enforcement.
How severe is CVE-2026-55978?
CVE-2026-55978 has a CVSS score of 8.4/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-55978?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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