CVE-2026-4617
CWE-266Published: March 24, 2026· Updated: Mar 24, 2026
Official Description
A weakness has been identified in SourceCodester Patients Waiting Area Queue Management System 1.0. The impacted element is the function ValidateToken of the file /php/api_patient_checkin.php of the component Patient Check-In Module. Executing a manipulation can lead to improper authorization. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-4617 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-4617 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts