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CVE-2026-86808 moltis-org CVE debrief
A security vulnerability has been detected in moltis-org moltis up to 20260818.10. The affected element is the function vault_unlock_handler/vault_recovery_handler of the file vault.rs. Such manipulation leads to missing authentication. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used. Upgrading to version 20260819.01 is sufficient to fix this issue. The name of the patch is 3b92dd64d5648f829968cf48bf67dc3113852fef. Upgrading the affected component is advised.
- Vendor
- moltis-org
- Product
- moltis
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 5.5
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-09-08
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-09-11
- Advisory published
- 2026-09-08
- Advisory updated
- 2026-09-11
Who should care
Defenders responsible for moltis-org moltis deployments should assess exposure and apply the patch to prevent potential authentication bypass. This includes verifying exposure of moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10 and applying the patch. Defenders should also review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified.
Why it matters
Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure of moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10 and applying the patch to prevent potential authentication bypass.
- Potential authentication bypass in moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10
- Remote exploitation possible if patch is not applied
- Verification of exposure and patch application required
Technical summary
The vulnerability is caused by missing authentication in the vault_unlock_handler/vault_recovery_handler function of the vault.rs file in moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10. This allows for potential authentication bypass. The attack can be launched remotely. Upgrading to version 20260819.01 is sufficient to fix this issue. The name of the patch is 3b92dd64d5648f829968cf48bf67dc3113852fef. Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure of moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10 and applying the patch to prevent potential authentication bypass.
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure of moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10 and applying the patch to prevent potential authentication bypass.
Recommended defensive actions
- Verify exposure of moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10
- Apply the patch 3b92dd64d5648f829968cf48bf67dc3113852fef
- Upgrade to version 20260819.01
- 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
- Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented
- Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up
Evidence notes
The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability, including its description, affected versions, and patch information. The vulnerability is caused by missing authentication in the vault_unlock_handler/vault_recovery_handler function of the vault.rs file in moltis-org moltis versions up to 20260818.10. Defenders should verify exposure and apply the patch to prevent potential authentication bypass. Evidence is based on CVE and NVD entries, with limitations on affected scope and potential impact.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-86808 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-86808
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-86808 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-86808
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://github.com/moltis-org/moltis/
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://github.com/moltis-org/moltis/commit/3b92dd64d5648f829968cf48bf67dc3113852fef
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://github.com/moltis-org/moltis/issues/1177
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://github.com/moltis-org/moltis/pull/1216
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://github.com/moltis-org/moltis/releases/tag/20260819.01
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-86808
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://vuldb.com/submit/911081
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://vuldb.com/vuln/399813
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.