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CVE-2026-18556

8.2 high KEV · due 2026-08-07 exploit SSVC exploitation: active Analyzed

Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel vulnerability in N-able N-central allows Authentication Bypass. This issue affects N-central: through 2026.1.

Fix

Public exploits 1

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CISA KEV required action · due 2026-08-07

Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.

Added to the catalog 2026-08-04. CISA KEV

Patch, vendor advisory and mitigation references on NVD 2

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Change history 1

  1. First seenCVSS 8.2 · in KEV · n-ableNVD modified 2026-10-23 22:10

Affected (CPE criteria) 1

  • cpe:2.3:a:n-able:n-central:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

References 3