PatchTheCVECVE-2026-61979: Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation in SAML SP Single Sign On <= 5.4.3 versions.
CVE-2026-61979 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation in SAML SP Single Sign On <= 5.4.3 versions.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 64%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-266 |
| Published | 2026-08-13 |
| 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
Exact fixes by distribution
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
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-2026-61979?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-61979 being exploited?
CVE-2026-61979 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-2026-61979 affect?
CVE-2026-61979 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation in SAML SP Single Sign On <= 5.4.3 versions.
How urgent is CVE-2026-61979?
Priority 42/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action