CVE-2026-54409: High severity UniFi Protect Application vulnerability

Published Jul 2, 2026
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Updated

A malicious actor with access to the network and under certain conditions could exploit an Improper Initialization vulnerability found in UniFi Protect Application to bypass authentication in UniFi Protect Cameras.

Affected Software

2 affected components
UniFi Protect Application
UI Unifi Protect<7.1.83

Event History

Jul 2, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 14, 58485
Event
via NVD·06:26 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-54409?

CVE-2026-54409 has a severity rating of high, with a score of 7.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-54409?

To fix CVE-2026-54409, ensure that you are using the latest version of the UniFi Protect Application as updates often contain patches for vulnerabilities.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2026-54409?

CVE-2026-54409 specifically affects UniFi Protect Cameras through the UniFi Protect Application.

4

Can CVE-2026-54409 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2026-54409 allows a malicious actor to bypass authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized access to camera feeds.

5

What conditions must be met for CVE-2026-54409 to be exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2026-54409 requires that the attacker has network access and the presence of specific conditions related to the initialization of the application.

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