CVE-2026-22544: EXCHANGE OF CREDENTIALS IN CLEAR TEXT
Published Jan 7, 2026
·Updated
An attacker with a network connection could detect credentials in clear text.
Event History
Jan 7, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:23 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Aug 29, 58046
Event
via FIRST·06:44 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-22544?
The severity of CVE-2026-22544 is classified as high with a CVSS score of 8.7.
2
What is CVE-2026-22544?
CVE-2026-22544 refers to a vulnerability that allows an attacker to detect credentials exchanged in clear text over the network.
3
How can CVE-2026-22544 be mitigated?
To mitigate CVE-2026-22544, ensure that all credential exchanges are encrypted using secure protocols.
4
What could an attacker do with CVE-2026-22544?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2026-22544 could intercept and obtain sensitive credentials transmitted in clear text.
5
Is CVE-2026-22544 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-22544 is exploitable remotely as it requires only a network connection.