CVE-2026-45776: Open XDMoD has Broken Access Control via Client-Controlled Session Variable
OpenXDMoD is an open framework for collecting and analyzing HPC metrics. Prior to version 11.0.3, a flaw in Open XDMoD's access control logic allows an attacker to submit a crafted HTTPS POST request that sets a session variable used for authorization decisions. If an installation of Open XDMoD includes the optional Job Performance (SUPReMM) module, an attacker could bypass intended data access restrictions and view other users' compute job efficiency metrics. All deployments of Open XDMoD prior to version 11.0.3 that contain the optional Job Performance (SUPReMM) module are impacted. This issue was reported privately on 2026-04-06, and at this time there is no evidence that this vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. The vulnerability was patched in Open XDMoD 11.0.3 on 2026-05-12. As a workaround, apply the patch manually.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Open XDMoDto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11.0.3 - Operational
Apply the provided patch manually as a workaround if you cannot perform a standard upgrade to Open XDMoD 11.0.3.
- Operational
Determine whether the optional Job Performance (SUPReMM) module is installed; if present, prioritize upgrading to Open XDMoD 11.0.3 or applying the manual patch immediately.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-45776?
The severity of CVE-2026-45776 is categorized as medium with a score of 5.3.
What is CVE-2026-45776 about?
CVE-2026-45776 involves a broken access control vulnerability in Open XDMoD allowing unauthorized access through a client-controlled session variable.
How do I fix CVE-2026-45776?
To fix CVE-2026-45776, you should update to Open XDMoD version 11.0.3 or later where a patch is available.
What kind of attack does CVE-2026-45776 enable?
CVE-2026-45776 enables attackers to exploit the vulnerability through crafted HTTPS POST requests that manipulate session authorization.
Which software is affected by CVE-2026-45776?
CVE-2026-45776 affects Open XDMoD versions prior to 11.0.3.