CVE-2026-78573
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2026-78573 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM ContextForge MCP Gateway 1.0.0 through 1.0.7 could allow a remote attacker to gain administrative access due to the use of default credentials.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM ContextForge MCP Gateway 1.0.0 through 1.0.7 could allow a remote attacker to gain administrative access due to the use of default credentials.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Contextforge | >= 1.0.0, <= 1.0.7 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7286834Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-78573?
IBM ContextForge MCP Gateway 1.0.0 through 1.0.7 could allow a remote attacker to gain administrative access due to the use of default credentials.
How severe is CVE-2026-78573?
CVE-2026-78573 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-78573?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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