CVE-2026-17599: Nexus Repository 3 - Unverified Onboarding State on change-admin-password Endpoint
Nexus Repository 3 contained an endpoint used to change the administrator account password during initial onboarding. This endpoint did not verify that onboarding was still in progress before allowing the password change, relying instead on the presence of a local onboarding artifact. As a result, an account holding the nexus: permission could invoke the endpoint outside the intended onboarding flow to replace the administrator password, and existing sessions were not invalidated after the change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-17599?
CVE-2026-17599 has a risk score of 58, indicating it is a moderate risk vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2026-17599?
To fix CVE-2026-17599, ensure that the password change functionality properly verifies the onboarding state before allowing changes.
What software is affected by CVE-2026-17599?
CVE-2026-17599 affects Sonatype Nexus Repository 3.
What is the impact of CVE-2026-17599?
The impact of CVE-2026-17599 is that it could allow unauthorized password changes during the onboarding phase.
When was CVE-2026-17599 published?
CVE-2026-17599 was published on August 7, 2026.