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CVE-2026-9223 Devolutions CVE debrief

A vulnerability exists in Devolutions Server 2026.1.16.0 and earlier, where a low-privileged authenticated user can create new vaults via a crafted import request due to missing authorization in the vault import feature. This issue allows unauthorized vault creation, potentially leading to security risks. Users of Devolutions Server 2026.1.16.0 and earlier should apply the vendor's remediation to prevent unauthorized vault creation and review their exposure.

Vendor
Devolutions
Product
Devolutions Server
CVSS
MEDIUM 4.3
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-05-22
Original CVE updated
2026-07-23
Advisory published
2026-05-22
Advisory updated
2026-07-23

Who should care

Users of Devolutions Server 2026.1.16.0 and earlier should apply the vendor's remediation to prevent unauthorized vault creation. System administrators and security teams responsible for Devolutions Server deployments need to assess their exposure and take appropriate actions.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is caused by missing authorization in the vault import feature of Devolutions Server. This allows a low-privileged authenticated user to create new vaults by sending a crafted import request. The issue affects Devolutions Server versions 2026.1.16.0 and earlier. The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 4.3, indicating a medium severity level. Users should review their deployments and apply vendor guidance.

Defensive priority

Apply vendor remediation to prevent unauthorized vault creation and review exposure.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Apply the vendor's remediation for CVE-2026-9223
  • Restrict access to the vault import feature
  • Monitor for suspicious vault creation activity
  • Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
  • Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-05-22T16:16:24.890Z and was last modified on 2026-07-23T16:10:00.137Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. The vulnerability affects Devolutions Server 2026.1.16.0 and earlier. Users should verify their deployments and apply vendor guidance.

Official resources

AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-05-22T16:16:24.890Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed.