CWE-266
AllowedIncorrect Privilege Assignment
Abstraction: Base · Status: Draft
A product incorrectly assigns a privilege to a particular actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.
2144 vulnerabilities reference this CWE, most recent first.
GHSA-X4WV-M72P-PCF5
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2026-09-04 00:31 – Updated: 2026-09-04 00:31A weakness has been identified in SpecterOps BloodHound up to 9.5.1. The affected element is the function NewV2API of the file cmd/api/src/api/registration/v2.go of the component Graph Write Endpoint. Executing a manipulation can lead to improper authorization. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. Upgrading to version 9.6.0-rc1, 9.6.0 and 9.7.0-rc3 is sufficient to fix this issue. This patch is called 39d1276a63e95a7713f954dea632a19651d9cebb. You should upgrade the affected component.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2026-85241"
],
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"cwe_ids": [
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"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2026-09-03T23:17:20Z",
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "A weakness has been identified in SpecterOps BloodHound up to 9.5.1. The affected element is the function NewV2API of the file cmd/api/src/api/registration/v2.go of the component Graph Write Endpoint. Executing a manipulation can lead to improper authorization. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. Upgrading to version 9.6.0-rc1, 9.6.0 and 9.7.0-rc3 is sufficient to fix this issue. This patch is called 39d1276a63e95a7713f954dea632a19651d9cebb. You should upgrade the affected component.",
"id": "GHSA-x4wv-m72p-pcf5",
"modified": "2026-09-04T00:31:07Z",
"published": "2026-09-04T00:31:07Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-85241"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/SpecterOps/BloodHound/commit/39d1276a63e95a7713f954dea632a19651d9cebb"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/SpecterOps/BloodHound"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/SpecterOps/BloodHound/releases/tag/v9.6.0-rc1"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-85241"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/submit/894488"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/vuln/398471"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/vuln/398471/cti"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
},
{
"score": "CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X",
"type": "CVSS_V4"
}
]
}
GHSA-X4XM-FPHX-3VMH
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2025-06-02 06:30 – Updated: 2025-06-02 06:30A vulnerability classified as critical was found in juzaweb CMS up to 3.4.2. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin-cp/plugin/install of the component Plugins Page. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2025-5429"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2025-06-02T05:16:08Z",
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "A vulnerability classified as critical was found in juzaweb CMS up to 3.4.2. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin-cp/plugin/install of the component Plugins Page. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.",
"id": "GHSA-x4xm-fphx-3vmh",
"modified": "2025-06-02T06:30:32Z",
"published": "2025-06-02T06:30:32Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-5429"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/Cyber-Wo0dy/report/blob/main/juzawebcms/3.4.2/juzawebcms_unprivileged_user_list_install_plugins.md"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.310762"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?id.310762"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?submit.584057"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
},
{
"score": "CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X",
"type": "CVSS_V4"
}
]
}
GHSA-X5GW-XJGF-G6GH
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2025-08-12 03:31 – Updated: 2025-08-12 03:31The SAP NetWeaver Application Server for ABAP does not enable an administrator to assign distinguished authorizations for different user roles, this issue allows authenticated users to access restricted objects in the barcode interface, leading to privilege escalation. This results in a low impact on the confidentiality and integrity of the application, there is no impact on availability.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2025-42936"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266"
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"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2025-08-12T03:15:26Z",
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "The SAP NetWeaver Application Server for ABAP does not enable an administrator to assign distinguished authorizations for different user roles, this issue allows authenticated users to access restricted objects in the barcode interface, leading to privilege escalation. This results in a low impact on the confidentiality and integrity of the application, there is no impact on availability.",
"id": "GHSA-x5gw-xjgf-g6gh",
"modified": "2025-08-12T03:31:51Z",
"published": "2025-08-12T03:31:51Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-42936"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://me.sap.com/notes/3602656"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://url.sap/sapsecuritypatchday"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
}
]
}
GHSA-X5VR-47XP-GJ5R
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2025-01-31 03:32 – Updated: 2025-01-31 18:31Software installed and run as a non-privileged user may conduct improper read/write operations on imported/exported DMA buffers.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2024-46974"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266",
"CWE-863"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2025-01-31T03:15:11Z",
"severity": "HIGH"
},
"details": "Software installed and run as a non-privileged user may conduct improper read/write operations on imported/exported DMA buffers.",
"id": "GHSA-x5vr-47xp-gj5r",
"modified": "2025-01-31T18:31:05Z",
"published": "2025-01-31T03:32:14Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-46974"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://www.imaginationtech.com/gpu-driver-vulnerabilities"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
}
]
}
GHSA-X5X2-H3Q5-3CM9
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2023-08-10 03:30 – Updated: 2024-04-04 06:46Parcel mismatch in AuthenticationConfig prior to SMR Aug-2023 Release 1 allows local attacker to privilege escalation.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2023-30691"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-20",
"CWE-266"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2023-08-10T02:15:11Z",
"severity": "HIGH"
},
"details": "Parcel mismatch in AuthenticationConfig prior to SMR Aug-2023 Release 1 allows local attacker to privilege escalation.",
"id": "GHSA-x5x2-h3q5-3cm9",
"modified": "2024-04-04T06:46:21Z",
"published": "2023-08-10T03:30:26Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-30691"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2023\u0026month=08"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
}
]
}
GHSA-X629-46CC-7XGW
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2026-06-18 20:15 – Updated: 2026-06-18 20:15Summary
Active Memory write scope could mutate global config. In affected versions, a Gateway caller with operator.write access to the affected command could change global configuration without requiring operator.admin.
This advisory is scoped to the named feature and configuration. It does not change OpenClaw's trusted-operator model: authenticated Gateway operators, installed plugins, and intentional local execution surfaces remain trusted unless a separate policy, approval, allowlist, sandbox, or auth boundary is crossed.
Impact
When the affected feature is enabled and reachable, this could apply configuration changes beyond the intended write scope. Practical impact depends on the operator's configuration and whether lower-trust input can reach that path.
Patched Versions
The first stable patched version is 2026.5.6.
Mitigations
limit Active Memory write access to trusted operators until patched. As general hardening, keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing one Gateway between mutually untrusted users, and disable the affected feature when it is not needed.
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"last_known_affected_version_range": "\u003c= 2026.5.5"
},
"package": {
"ecosystem": "npm",
"name": "openclaw"
},
"ranges": [
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"events": [
{
"introduced": "0"
},
{
"fixed": "2026.5.6"
}
],
"type": "ECOSYSTEM"
}
]
}
],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2026-53847"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266"
],
"github_reviewed": true,
"github_reviewed_at": "2026-06-18T20:15:20Z",
"nvd_published_at": null,
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "### Summary\n\nActive Memory write scope could mutate global config. In affected versions, a Gateway caller with `operator.write` access to the affected command could change global configuration without requiring `operator.admin`.\n\nThis advisory is scoped to the named feature and configuration. It does not change OpenClaw\u0027s trusted-operator model: authenticated Gateway operators, installed plugins, and intentional local execution surfaces remain trusted unless a separate policy, approval, allowlist, sandbox, or auth boundary is crossed.\n\n### Impact\n\nWhen the affected feature is enabled and reachable, this could apply configuration changes beyond the intended write scope. Practical impact depends on the operator\u0027s configuration and whether lower-trust input can reach that path.\n\n### Patched Versions\n\nThe first stable patched version is `2026.5.6`.\n\n### Mitigations\n\nlimit Active Memory write access to trusted operators until patched. As general hardening, keep channel and tool allowlists narrow, avoid sharing one Gateway between mutually untrusted users, and disable the affected feature when it is not needed.",
"id": "GHSA-x629-46cc-7xgw",
"modified": "2026-06-18T20:15:20Z",
"published": "2026-06-18T20:15:20Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw/security/advisories/GHSA-x629-46cc-7xgw"
},
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-53847"
},
{
"type": "PACKAGE",
"url": "https://github.com/openclaw/openclaw"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openclaw-privilege-escalation-via-active-memory-write-scope"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N",
"type": "CVSS_V4"
}
],
"summary": "OpenClaw: Active Memory write scope could mutate global config"
}
GHSA-X645-349V-XWM6
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2024-02-22 00:31 – Updated: 2024-02-22 00:31An issue has been discovered in GitLab EE affecting all versions starting from 16.5 before 16.7.6, all versions starting from 16.8 before 16.8.3, all versions starting from 16.9 before 16.9.1. When a user is assigned a custom role with admin_group_member permission, they may be able to make a group, other members or themselves Owners of that group, which may lead to privilege escalation.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2023-6477"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266",
"CWE-269"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2024-02-22T00:15:51Z",
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "An issue has been discovered in GitLab EE affecting all versions starting from 16.5 before 16.7.6, all versions starting from 16.8 before 16.8.3, all versions starting from 16.9 before 16.9.1. When a user is assigned a custom role with admin_group_member permission, they may be able to make a group, other members or themselves Owners of that group, which may lead to privilege escalation.",
"id": "GHSA-x645-349v-xwm6",
"modified": "2024-02-22T00:31:01Z",
"published": "2024-02-22T00:31:01Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-6477"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://hackerone.com/reports/2270898"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab/-/issues/433463"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:L",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
}
]
}
GHSA-X697-98XP-H39F
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2025-04-13 12:30 – Updated: 2025-04-13 12:30A vulnerability was found in Tutorials-Website Employee Management System 1.0. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the file /admin/update-user.php. The manipulation of the argument ID leads to improper authorization. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2025-3537"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266",
"CWE-639"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2025-04-13T12:15:15Z",
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "A vulnerability was found in Tutorials-Website Employee Management System 1.0. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the file /admin/update-user.php. The manipulation of the argument ID leads to improper authorization. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.",
"id": "GHSA-x697-98xp-h39f",
"modified": "2025-04-13T12:30:31Z",
"published": "2025-04-13T12:30:31Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-3537"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.304575"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?id.304575"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?submit.545859"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://www.websecurityinsights.my.id/2025/03/tutorials-website-employee-management_28.html"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
},
{
"score": "CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X",
"type": "CVSS_V4"
}
]
}
GHSA-X6MM-HVFX-GXP7
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2024-08-14 18:32 – Updated: 2024-08-14 18:32Improper privilege management in the installer for Zoom Workplace Desktop App for macOS, Zoom Meeting SDK for macOS and Zoom Rooms Client for macOS before 6.1.5 may allow a privileged user to conduct an escalation of privilege via local access.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2024-42441"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266",
"CWE-269"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2024-08-14T17:15:17Z",
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "Improper privilege management in the installer for Zoom Workplace Desktop App for macOS, Zoom Meeting SDK for macOS and Zoom Rooms Client for macOS before 6.1.5 may allow a privileged user to conduct an escalation of privilege via local access.",
"id": "GHSA-x6mm-hvfx-gxp7",
"modified": "2024-08-14T18:32:43Z",
"published": "2024-08-14T18:32:43Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-42441"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://www.zoom.com/en/trust/security-bulletin/zsb-24034"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
}
]
}
GHSA-X7CG-3X6G-HGHF
Vulnerability from github – Published: 2025-06-03 21:30 – Updated: 2025-06-03 21:30A vulnerability was found in jack0240 魏 bskms 蓝天幼儿园管理系统 up to dffe6640b5b54d8e29da6f060e0493fea74b3fad. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /sa/addUser of the component User Creation Handler. The manipulation leads to improper authorization. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Continious delivery with rolling releases is used by this product. Therefore, no version details of affected nor updated releases are available.
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"affected": [],
"aliases": [
"CVE-2025-5522"
],
"database_specific": {
"cwe_ids": [
"CWE-266"
],
"github_reviewed": false,
"github_reviewed_at": null,
"nvd_published_at": "2025-06-03T19:15:40Z",
"severity": "MODERATE"
},
"details": "A vulnerability was found in jack0240 \u9b4f bskms \u84dd\u5929\u5e7c\u513f\u56ed\u7ba1\u7406\u7cfb\u7edf up to dffe6640b5b54d8e29da6f060e0493fea74b3fad. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /sa/addUser of the component User Creation Handler. The manipulation leads to improper authorization. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Continious delivery with rolling releases is used by this product. Therefore, no version details of affected nor updated releases are available.",
"id": "GHSA-x7cg-3x6g-hghf",
"modified": "2025-06-03T21:30:38Z",
"published": "2025-06-03T21:30:38Z",
"references": [
{
"type": "ADVISORY",
"url": "https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-5522"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://gitee.com/jack0240/bskms/issues/ICAOOU"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.310958"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?id.310958"
},
{
"type": "WEB",
"url": "https://vuldb.com/?submit.584986"
}
],
"schema_version": "1.4.0",
"severity": [
{
"score": "CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L",
"type": "CVSS_V3"
},
{
"score": "CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X",
"type": "CVSS_V4"
}
]
}
Mitigation MIT-1
Very carefully manage the setting, management, and handling of privileges. Explicitly manage trust zones in the software.
Mitigation MIT-17
Strategy: Environment Hardening
Run your code using the lowest privileges that are required to accomplish the necessary tasks [REF-76]. If possible, create isolated accounts with limited privileges that are only used for a single task. That way, a successful attack will not immediately give the attacker access to the rest of the software or its environment. For example, database applications rarely need to run as the database administrator, especially in day-to-day operations.
No CAPEC attack patterns related to this CWE.