PatchTheCVECVE-2026-78623: The Okta Access Gateway does not sanitize SAML assertion values before interpolating them into database querie
CVE-2026-78623 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.7) affecting access gateway. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Okta Access Gateway does not sanitize SAML assertion values before interpolating them into database queries in the advanced mode datastore configuration. The unsanitized values are substituted directly into the query string prior to preparation, resulting in unintended SQL execution against the configured backend database.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.7 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 61%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2026-09-08 |
| Last modified | 2026-09-22 |
Last updated 2026-09-22 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
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-2026-78623?
access gateway: upgrade to 2026.9.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-78623 being exploited?
CVE-2026-78623 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-2026-78623 affect?
CVE-2026-78623 affects access gateway. Severity is high (CVSS 7.7). The Okta Access Gateway does not sanitize SAML assertion values before interpolating them into database queries in the advanced mode datastore configuration. The unsanitized values are substituted directly into the query string prior to pre
How urgent is CVE-2026-78623?
Priority 37/100. High severity
Software pages
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