CVE-2026-15925
CWE-297Published: July 16, 2026· Updated: Jul 16, 2026
Official Description
Improper TLS hostname verification in Snowflake Connector for Python versions prior to 4.7.1 and 3.18.1 may have allowed a network-positioned attacker to bypass certificate hostname validation on HTTPS connections made by the connector. An attacker with on-path network access could exploit this by intercepting or redirecting network traffic and presenting a certificate signed by any trusted CA for any domain, causing the connector to accept connections without validating that the certificate matched the requested hostname. Successful exploitation requires an on-path traffic interception capability (e.g. ARP/DNS poisoning, rogue access point, BGP hijacking, or malicious proxy/exit node). This vulnerability may have exposed credentials, query data, and staged file contents to interception and tampering, and may have enabled the attacker to issue arbitrary SQL within the context of the victim's connector session. Impact is limited by the privileges of the affected Snowflake role. The fix is available in Snowflake Connector for Python versions 4.7.1 and 3.18.1. Users must manually upgrade.
Risk Analysis
This critical vulnerability in Snowflake Connector for Python allows a network-positioned attacker to bypass TLS hostname verification. The flaw enables an attacker to intercept or redirect network traffic and present a fraudulent certificate, leading to potential exposure of credentials, query data, and staged file contents. With a CVSS score of 9.2, this issue poses a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of data transmitted via the connector.
No public exploit is currently known for this vulnerability. Exploitation requires an on-path network interception capability, but the remote attack vector (AV:N) and low attack complexity make it a serious concern.
Upgrade Snowflake Connector for Python to version 4.7.1 or 3.18.1 or later. Ensure network traffic is protected against interception and that trusted certificate authorities are properly managed.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-15925 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-15925 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts