Is CVE-2026-26232 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-26232 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-26232 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-26232 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-26232?

CVE-2026-26232 has a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2026-26232

CWE-294Published: July 3, 2026· Updated: Jul 7, 2026

9.1

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.17%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:6.2th

Official Description

Gitea versions before 1.25.5 do not consistently enforce OAuth2 authorization code expiry and single-use behavior during token exchange.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This critical vulnerability in Gitea versions before 1.25.5 allows for the inconsistent enforcement of OAuth2 authorization code expiry and single-use behavior during token exchange. With a CVSS score of 9.1, this flaw presents a high risk, as it can lead to unauthorized access to user accounts and data. The absence of an EPSS score means the exploitation likelihood is not yet quantified, but the severity demands attention.

No public exploit is currently known for this vulnerability. However, it is remotely exploitable over the network with low attack complexity by unauthenticated attackers.

Recommended Action

Gitea administrators should update their installations to version 1.25.5 or later. Implement strict policies for OAuth2 authorization code expiry and single-use to prevent token reuse and unauthorized access.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-26232 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.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.