CVE-2026-45172: Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH (PSMP): Arbitrary Command Execution via Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command

Published Jun 11, 2026
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Updated

Due to incomplete input validation in Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH (PSMP) versions prior to 15.0.2, 14.6.3, 14.2.5, and 14.0.6, an authenticated, low-privileged user could potentially execute arbitrary commands on the PSMP host. CyberArk Security Bulletins: CA26-17 and CA26-18

Affected Software

1 affected component
Idira Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH (PSMP)<15.0.2, <14.6.3, <14.2.5, <14.0.6

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH (PSMP) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 15.0.2
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH (PSMP) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 14.6.3
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH (PSMP) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 14.2.5
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH (PSMP) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 14.0.6

Event History

Jun 11, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:41 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-45172?

CVE-2026-45172 has a high severity rating of 8.7.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-45172?

To fix CVE-2026-45172, update Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH to versions 15.0.2, 14.6.3, 14.2.5, or 14.0.6 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-45172?

CVE-2026-45172 is an OS command injection vulnerability caused by improper input validation.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-45172?

CVE-2026-45172 affects authenticated, low-privileged users of Idira Privileged Session Manager for SSH.

5

When was CVE-2026-45172 published?

CVE-2026-45172 was published on June 11, 2026.

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