PatchTheCVECVE-2026-55979: An improper access control check in CatchPulse's named pipe communication interface could allow an attacker to
CVE-2026-55979 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.2) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An improper access control check in CatchPulse's named pipe communication interface could allow an attacker to invoke CatchPulse functions. This is limited to operations that enforce more restrictive security policies.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.2 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.1% (top 97%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-284 |
| Published | 2026-08-06 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-24 |
Last updated 2026-10-24 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
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-2026-55979?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-55979 being exploited?
CVE-2026-55979 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-2026-55979 affect?
CVE-2026-55979 affects affected software. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.2). An improper access control check in CatchPulse's named pipe communication interface could allow an attacker to invoke CatchPulse functions. This is limited to operations that enforce more restrictive security policies.
How urgent is CVE-2026-55979?
Priority 19/100. No elevated risk signals yet.