CVE-2026-68520
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CVE-2026-68520 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Glances is an open-source system cross-platform monitoring tool. Prior to 4.5.6, as_dict_secure() in glances/config.py checks only option names and exposes public_username and credentials embedded in public_api values through unauthenticated GET /api/4/config and GET /api/4/config/ip requests. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Glances is an open-source system cross-platform monitoring tool. Prior to 4.5.6, as_dict_secure() in glances/config.py checks only option names and exposes public_username and credentials embedded in public_api values through unauthenticated GET /api/4/config and GET /api/4/config/ip requests. This issue is fixed in 4.5.6.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| nicolargo | glances | < 4.5.6 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
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