CVE-2026-79899

HIGHCVSS 7.9/10

Last modified

CVE-2026-79899 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.9/10 on the CVSS scale. Fortra BoKS Manager contains an insecure temporary file vulnerability in bccgethostcert. The utility creates predictable temporary files without first setting a restrictive umask.

Description

Fortra BoKS Manager contains an insecure temporary file vulnerability in bccgethostcert. The utility creates predictable temporary files without first setting a restrictive umask. A local user on the BoKS Master who can read files under BOKS_tmp may be able to obtain CA secret or host private-key material while the utility runs, or obtain CA secret material left behind after successful certificate creation.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
FortraBoKS Manager>= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.0.23; >= 9.0.0.0, <= 9.0.0.6

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Awaiting Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-79899?
Fortra BoKS Manager contains an insecure temporary file vulnerability in bccgethostcert. The utility creates predictable temporary files without first setting a restrictive umask. A local user on the BoKS Master who can read files under BOKS_tmp may be able to obtain CA secret or host private-key material while the utility runs, or obtain CA secret material left behind after successful certificate creation.
How severe is CVE-2026-79899?
CVE-2026-79899 has a CVSS score of 7.9/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-79899?
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

Related CVEs from 2026

Are you affected by CVE-2026-79899?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST