CVE-2026-8793: PaperCut NG/MF: Insufficient brute-force protection

Published Aug 3, 2026
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Updated

PaperCut NG/MF does not properly restrict excessive authentication attempts within its login component. An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability to perform unrestricted brute-force or credential-stuffing attacks without triggering account lockout or rate-limiting mechanisms in some configurations.

Affected Software

1 affected component
PaperCut PaperCut NG/MF

Event History

Aug 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:58 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:58 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:17 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-8793?

CVE-2026-8793 has a medium severity rating of 6.9 according to the CVSS scoring system.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-8793?

To fix CVE-2026-8793, update to the latest version of PaperCut NG/MF that includes patches for this vulnerability.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2026-8793 allow?

CVE-2026-8793 allows attackers to perform unrestricted brute-force or credential-stuffing attacks on the login component.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-8793?

CVE-2026-8793 affects users of PaperCut NG/MF who utilize its authentication login feature.

5

Can CVE-2026-8793 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2026-8793 can be exploited remotely by unauthenticated attackers.

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