CVE-2026-109640: Frappe ERPNext before 16.22.0 Missing Authorization Allows Unauthorized Record Modification
Frappe ERPNext before 16.22.0 contains a missing authorization vulnerability that allows authenticated users to modify records by invoking endpoints lacking proper authorization checks. Attackers can call these endpoints to perform operations on records beyond their permitted role, resulting in unauthorized modification of data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which deployments are affected?
Frappe ERPNext versions before 16.22.0 are affected. The issue applies where authenticated users can access the endpoints that lack proper authorization checks.
What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
An attacker needs valid authentication to ERPNext. No user interaction is required, and the attacker can invoke vulnerable endpoints to operate on records beyond the permissions assigned to their role.
What is the likely impact of successful exploitation?
Successful exploitation can result in unauthorized modification of ERPNext data. The provided severity vector also indicates potential impact to availability, while no confidentiality impact is identified.
What should teams do if they cannot patch immediately?
The provided information does not identify a workaround or mitigation. Prioritize restricting or reviewing access for authenticated users, particularly lower-privileged roles, until upgrading to a fixed version is possible.