CVE-2026-45176: Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Agent versions prior to 26.5 exhibit improper access control within high-priv

Q: How do I fix CVE-2026-45176?

idira endpoint privilege manager: upgrade to 26.5.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2026-45176 being exploited?

CVE-2026-45176 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2026-45176 affect?

CVE-2026-45176 affects idira endpoint privilege manager. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Agent versions prior to 26.5 exhibit improper access control within high-privileged agent components. A local, low-privileged attacker could exploit this by manipulating an internal communication mechanism o

Routine

HIGH 7.8UPGRADE

CVE-2026-45176 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting idira endpoint privilege manager. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Agent versions prior to 26.5 exhibit improper access control within high-privileged agent components. A local, low-privileged attacker could exploit this by manipulating an internal communication mechanism or file operation. Under specific circumstances, this could potentially allow the attacker to bypass permission restrictions and execute unauthorized local actions with elevated privileges. CyberArk Security Bul

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.1% (top 98%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-269
Published	2026-06-11
Last modified	2026-10-26

Publisher (CNA): Palo Alto Networks, Inc. · Vendor: paloaltonetworks

Last updated 2026-10-26 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-06-11 19:16 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-10-26 11:10 UTCUpdated Record last modified

paloaltonetworks idira endpoint privilege manager UPGRADE

Affected: < 26.5.0

Fixed in: 26.5.0

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy idira-endpoint-privilege-manager || rpm -q idira-endpoint-privilege-manager || idira-endpoint-privilege-manager --version

2. UPGRADE to 26.5.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade idira-endpoint-privilege-manager

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade idira-endpoint-privilege-manager

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-45176?

idira endpoint privilege manager: upgrade to 26.5.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-45176 being exploited?

CVE-2026-45176 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-45176 affect?

CVE-2026-45176 affects idira endpoint privilege manager. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Agent versions prior to 26.5 exhibit improper access control within high-privileged agent components. A local, low-privileged attacker could exploit this by manipulating an internal communication mechanism o

How urgent is CVE-2026-45176?

Priority 28/100. High severity

Related CVEs

CVE-2026-45175 HIGH 7.8 UPGRADE Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Agent versions prior to 26.5 exhibit improper access control within internal
CVE-2026-45174 HIGH 7.8 UPGRADE Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Linux Agent versions prior to 26.5 allow a local attacker to potentially comp

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