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CVE-2026-33448: Vulnerability in Absolute Software Secure Access

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-33448cvecve-2026-33448
Published: Thu Apr 30 2026 (04/30/2026, 19:47:50 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Absolute Software
Product: Secure Access

Description

CVE-2026-33448 is a format string vulnerability in the logging subsystem of the Absolute Software Secure Access client for macOS versions prior to 14. 50. This vulnerability allows an attacker controlling a malicious server to cause the client to log contents of a small portion of memory, potentially exposing sensitive information. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4. 8 (medium) severity score. There is no confirmed patch or official remediation guidance available at this time. No known exploits are reported in the wild.

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AILast updated: 04/30/2026, 20:21:29 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability exists in the logging subsystem of the Secure Access client for macOS before version 14.50. It is a format string vulnerability that can be triggered by an attacker who controls a modified server interacting with the client. Exploitation can cause the client to write unintended memory contents to log files, potentially leaking secrets. The CVSS 4.8 score reflects limited attack vector (local), low complexity, and limited impact confined to confidentiality leakage of a small memory portion. No official fix or remediation level has been published by the vendor as of the data provided.

Potential Impact

An attacker with control over a malicious server can exploit this vulnerability to cause the Secure Access client to log portions of its memory, which may include sensitive information. This could lead to partial disclosure of secrets stored in memory. The impact is limited to confidentiality and does not include integrity or availability effects. No known exploitation in the wild has been reported.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should exercise caution when connecting to untrusted servers with the affected Secure Access client versions. Monitor vendor communications for updates on patches or workarounds.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Absolute
Date Reserved
2026-03-19T23:04:05.695Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 69f3b63fcbff5d86107c4f78

Added to database: 4/30/2026, 8:06:23 PM

Last enriched: 4/30/2026, 8:21:29 PM

Last updated: 5/1/2026, 1:09:34 AM

Views: 7

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