CVE-2026-40889: CWE-284: Improper Access Control in frappe hrms
CVE-2026-40889 is an improper access control vulnerability in Frappe HRMS versions prior to 15. 58. 2 and 16. 4. 2. Authenticated users can exploit certain API endpoints to access unauthorized files. The issue is resolved in versions 15. 58. 2 and 16. 4.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
Frappe HRMS, an open-source human resources management system, contains an improper access control vulnerability (CWE-284) identified as CVE-2026-40889. This flaw allows authenticated users to access files they are not authorized to view by exploiting specific API endpoints. The vulnerability affects versions earlier than 15.58.2 and 16.4.2. The vendor has released patches in versions 15.58.2 and 16.4.2 to address this issue. There are no known workarounds available, and no exploits have been reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability allows authenticated users to access sensitive files without proper authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of confidential information. The vulnerability does not affect integrity or availability but impacts confidentiality. The CVSS score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity impact with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade Frappe HRMS to version 15.58.2 or 16.4.2 or later, where the vulnerability has been patched. No workarounds are available, so applying the official patch is the recommended remediation. Monitor vendor advisories for any additional updates or guidance.
CVE-2026-40889: CWE-284: Improper Access Control in frappe hrms
Description
CVE-2026-40889 is an improper access control vulnerability in Frappe HRMS versions prior to 15. 58. 2 and 16. 4. 2. Authenticated users can exploit certain API endpoints to access unauthorized files. The issue is resolved in versions 15. 58. 2 and 16. 4.
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.5medium
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
Frappe HRMS, an open-source human resources management system, contains an improper access control vulnerability (CWE-284) identified as CVE-2026-40889. This flaw allows authenticated users to access files they are not authorized to view by exploiting specific API endpoints. The vulnerability affects versions earlier than 15.58.2 and 16.4.2. The vendor has released patches in versions 15.58.2 and 16.4.2 to address this issue. There are no known workarounds available, and no exploits have been reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability allows authenticated users to access sensitive files without proper authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of confidential information. The vulnerability does not affect integrity or availability but impacts confidentiality. The CVSS score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity impact with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade Frappe HRMS to version 15.58.2 or 16.4.2 or later, where the vulnerability has been patched. No workarounds are available, so applying the official patch is the recommended remediation. Monitor vendor advisories for any additional updates or guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- GitHub_M
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-15T16:37:22.766Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69e7d78519fe3cd2cdf5b325
Added to database: 4/21/2026, 8:01:09 PM
Last enriched: 4/29/2026, 11:42:13 AM
Last updated: 6/5/2026, 6:13:19 AM
Views: 50
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