CVE-2026-33388: CWE-863 Incorrect authorization in Nozomi Networks Guardian
Description
CVE-2026-33388 is an access control vulnerability in Nozomi Networks Guardian's Credentials Manager. A remote authenticated user with limited privileges can view a subset of credential entries and can delete or edit these entries, potentially disrupting authentication for dependent devices or indirectly obtaining credentials. The actual credential values are not directly exposed. This vulnerability affects versions before 26.3.0.
CVSS v4.0
Score 6.4medium
Affected software
Nozomi Networks
Guardian
Nozomi Networks
CMC
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of user privileges in the Credentials Manager functionality of Nozomi Networks Guardian. Remote authenticated users with limited privileges can view a limited subset of credential entries and have the ability to delete or modify these entries' properties. Although the credential values themselves are not directly visible, manipulation of these entries can disrupt authentication processes or indirectly lead to credential exposure. The issue is classified under CWE-863 (Incorrect Authorization).
Potential Impact
An attacker with limited authenticated access can delete or modify credential entries, which may disrupt authentication for devices relying on those credentials. Additionally, by manipulating entry configurations, an attacker might indirectly obtain credential information. The vulnerability does not allow direct viewing of credential values but can cause denial of service or indirect credential compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch information is provided. Until a patch is available, restrict access to the Credentials Manager to trusted users only and monitor for unauthorized changes.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Nozomi
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-19T11:28:43.172Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa016b0acd9273b49bf9849
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 14:07:44 UTC
Last enriched: 10/15/2026, 19:31:29 UTC
Last updated: 10/22/2026, 13:15:21 UTC
Views: 81
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