CVE-2026-35273: Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools · Missing Authentication
Affects Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleToolsSource CVE Database V5
Exploited in the wild · used in ransomware campaigns · KEV due 15 Jun 2026 · public detection template (Nuclei) · 96% EPSS : apply the vendor's fix or mitigations to Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools now.
Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 11:52 UTC
- KEV deadline
- US federal agencies must patch by this date; a sensible deadline for everyone else. Other KEV due dates
- Ransomware
- Used in ransomware campaigns
- EPSS
- 96.6% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 99% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
t = 0 is the CVE’s publication on cve.org
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 11 Jun 2026
Detectable: evidence found.
nuclei template: Oracle PeopleSoft PeopleTools PSEMHUB - Pre-Auth Java Deserialization RCE
Weaponized: evidence found.
Public exploit code: GitHub proofs of concept
Exploited in the wildExploited: evidence found.
Listed in CISA KEV 1 day after disclosure
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
Timeline
CVE ID reserved
by Oracle
, 71 days before disclosure
CVE published
on cve.org
, t = 0
In Threat Radar
record ingested
, 1 hour after disclosure
Added to CISA KEV (opens in a new tab)
exploitation confirmed · ransomware use known
, 1 day after disclosure
KEV remediation due
US federal deadline
, 4 days after disclosure
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), GitHub proofs of concept, CISA KEV (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 30 Oct 2026.
What to do
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
- oracle.com/security-alerts/alert-cve-2026-35273.html (opens in a new tab)
- support.oracle.com/signin/ (opens in a new tab)
- cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-26-04-prioritizing-security-updates-based-risk (opens in a new tab)
- cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-26-04-implementation-guidance-prioritizing-security-updates-based-risk (opens in a new tab)
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-35273 (opens in a new tab)
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle CorporationPeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools | Affected
| Fixed in– |
Mavencom.oracle/peoplesoft-enterprise-peopletollspkg:maven/com.oracle/peoplesoft-enterprise-peopletollsOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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Description
CVE-2026-35273 is a critical vulnerability in Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools versions 8.61 and 8.62, specifically in the Updates Environment Management component. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to remotely exploit the system via HTTP without any user interaction, potentially leading to full takeover of the PeopleSoft Enterprise PeopleTools environment. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Oracle has released a security alert recommending immediate application of mitigations and patches for supported versions.