CVE-2026-14163: Sensitive Variables exposed in Deployment Variable Snapshot JSON in Octopus Deploy Octopus Server
Description
CVE-2026-14163 is a vulnerability in Octopus Deploy's Octopus Server where sensitive variables can be exposed in clear-text within the deployment variable snapshot JSON under certain conditions. This exposure affects specific versions of Octopus Server and can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.
CVSS v4.0
Score 7.1high
Affected software
Octopus Deploy
Octopus Server
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Technical Analysis
In certain versions of Octopus Server, sensitive variables may be printed in clear-text in the deployment variable snapshot JSON. This vulnerability (CVE-2026-14163) affects versions >=3.2.6 and <2026.1.11587, as well as >=2026.2.61 and <2026.2.13190, including exact versions 3.2.6 and 2026.2.61. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 7.1, indicating a high severity issue with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no privileges or user interaction required. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-532 (Exposure of Sensitive Information). No known exploits in the wild have been reported, and no patch or remediation details are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
Sensitive variables intended to be protected may be exposed in clear-text within deployment snapshots, potentially allowing unauthorized users with access to these snapshots to view confidential information. This could lead to information disclosure risks depending on the sensitivity of the variables exposed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to deployment variable snapshots and audit permissions to minimize exposure risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Octopus
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-30T05:02:49.177Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a86a447acd9273b49403550
Added to database: 08/20/2026, 06:52:55 UTC
Last enriched: 09/11/2026, 02:46:58 UTC
Last updated: 10/04/2026, 10:02:25 UTC
Views: 75
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