CVE-2026-55475: Snipe-IT: Import created_by can be overwritten

Published Jul 10, 2026
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Updated

Snipe-IT is an IT asset/license management system. Prior to 8.6.1, the Importer API endpoint allows a user with CSV import capabilities and a valid API key to overwrite the createdby value of an import file, allowing unauthorized modification of import ownership metadata. This issue is fixed in version 8.6.1.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Snipe-IT Snipe-IT<8.6.1
Snipeitapp Snipe-it<8.6.1

Event History

Jul 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-55475?

CVE-2026-55475 has a medium severity rating of 5.7.

2

How does CVE-2026-55475 affect the Snipe-IT system?

CVE-2026-55475 allows a user to overwrite the created_by value of an import file, enabling unauthorized modification of ownership metadata.

3

What versions of Snipe-IT are affected by CVE-2026-55475?

CVE-2026-55475 affects Snipe-IT versions prior to 8.6.1.

4

How do I fix CVE-2026-55475?

To fix CVE-2026-55475, upgrade Snipe-IT to version 8.6.1 or later.

5

Who is at risk with CVE-2026-55475?

Users with CSV import capabilities and a valid API key are at risk with CVE-2026-55475.

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