CVE-2026-23685: SAP NetWeaver (JMS service) · Deserialization of Untrusted Data
Affects SAP NetWeaver (JMS service)Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 4.4 Medium.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 06:26 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 3% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 10 Feb 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-26.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SAP_SESAP NetWeaver (JMS service) | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Organizations should immediately review and restrict local administrator access to SAP NetWeaver servers, ensuring only trusted personnel have such privileges. Implement strict access controls and monitoring to detect any unauthorized or suspicious activity involving administrative accounts. Since no patches are currently available, consider isolating the affected JMS service or limiting its exposure within the network to reduce attack surface. Employ application whitelisting and runtime application self-protection (RASP) mechanisms where possible to detect anomalous deserialization attempts. Regularly audit and update SAP NetWeaver configurations to follow security best practices. Prepare incident response plans to quickly address potential denial of service events. Stay informed on SAP security advisories for forthcoming patches or mitigations related to this CVE.
Description
CVE-2026-23685 is a deserialization vulnerability in the SAP NetWeaver JMS service affecting version J2EE-FRMW 7.50. An attacker with local administrator privileges can submit crafted serialized data that triggers unintended behavior during internal processing, leading to denial of service. The vulnerability impacts system availability but does not affect confidentiality or integrity. Exploitation requires high privileges and no user interaction. The CVSS score is 4.4 (medium severity), reflecting the limited attack vector and impact scope. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild. European organizations using SAP NetWeaver in critical infrastructure or enterprise environments should prioritize patching and monitoring to prevent service disruption.