CVE-2026-7474: HashiCorp Nomad and Nomad Enterprise prior to 2.0.1 are vulnerable to code execution on the client host throug
CVE-2026-7474 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
HashiCorp Nomad and Nomad Enterprise prior to 2.0.1 are vulnerable to code execution on the client host through a path traversal attack. This vulnerability (CVE-2026-7474) is fixed in Nomad 2.0.1, 1.11.5 and 1.10.11.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 5%: very likely to be exploited
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 8.2% (top 5%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2026-05-12 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-26 |
Last updated 2026-10-26 · 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
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-2026-7474?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-7474 being exploited?
CVE-2026-7474 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-2026-7474 affect?
CVE-2026-7474 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). HashiCorp Nomad and Nomad Enterprise prior to 2.0.1 are vulnerable to code execution on the client host through a path traversal attack. This vulnerability (CVE-2026-7474) is fixed in Nomad 2.0.1, 1.11.5 and 1.10.11.
How urgent is CVE-2026-7474?
Priority 55/100. High severity; EPSS top 5%: very likely to be exploited