CVE-2026-4857: CWE-863: Incorrect Authorization in SailPoint Technologies IdentityIQ
CVE-2026-4857 is a high-severity authorization vulnerability in SailPoint Technologies IdentityIQ versions 8. 4 and 8. 5, including patch levels prior to 8. 4p4 and 8. 5p2. Authenticated users with the Debug Pages Read Only capability or any custom capability containing the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight can incorrectly create new IdentityIQ objects. This improper authorization flaw could lead to unauthorized creation of objects within the system. No official patch or fix has been confirmed as available at this time. Until a fix is released, it is recommended to unassign the Debug Pages Read Only capability and any custom capabilities with the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight from all identities and workgroups to mitigate risk.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-4857) in SailPoint IdentityIQ 8.4 and 8.5 allows authenticated users who have the Debug Pages Read Only capability or any custom capability including the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight to bypass intended authorization controls and create new IdentityIQ objects. The flaw is due to incorrect authorization checks associated with these capabilities. Affected versions include IdentityIQ 8.5 prior to patch 8.5p2 and IdentityIQ 8.4 prior to patch 8.4p4. The CVSS 3.1 score is 8.4, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently provided, and the remediation level is not specified.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated users with specific capabilities to create new objects within IdentityIQ, potentially leading to unauthorized system modifications and elevated privileges. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. There are no known exploits in the wild as of the published date.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or fix is currently confirmed. Until a security fix or patch is available, it is recommended to unassign the Debug Pages Read Only capability and any custom capabilities containing the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight from all identities and workgroups. Monitor SailPoint Technologies advisories for updates on patch availability and apply them promptly once released.
CVE-2026-4857: CWE-863: Incorrect Authorization in SailPoint Technologies IdentityIQ
Description
CVE-2026-4857 is a high-severity authorization vulnerability in SailPoint Technologies IdentityIQ versions 8. 4 and 8. 5, including patch levels prior to 8. 4p4 and 8. 5p2. Authenticated users with the Debug Pages Read Only capability or any custom capability containing the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight can incorrectly create new IdentityIQ objects. This improper authorization flaw could lead to unauthorized creation of objects within the system. No official patch or fix has been confirmed as available at this time. Until a fix is released, it is recommended to unassign the Debug Pages Read Only capability and any custom capabilities with the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight from all identities and workgroups to mitigate risk.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.4high
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-4857) in SailPoint IdentityIQ 8.4 and 8.5 allows authenticated users who have the Debug Pages Read Only capability or any custom capability including the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight to bypass intended authorization controls and create new IdentityIQ objects. The flaw is due to incorrect authorization checks associated with these capabilities. Affected versions include IdentityIQ 8.5 prior to patch 8.5p2 and IdentityIQ 8.4 prior to patch 8.4p4. The CVSS 3.1 score is 8.4, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch links are currently provided, and the remediation level is not specified.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows authenticated users with specific capabilities to create new objects within IdentityIQ, potentially leading to unauthorized system modifications and elevated privileges. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. There are no known exploits in the wild as of the published date.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or fix is currently confirmed. Until a security fix or patch is available, it is recommended to unassign the Debug Pages Read Only capability and any custom capabilities containing the ViewAccessDebugPage SPRight from all identities and workgroups. Monitor SailPoint Technologies advisories for updates on patch availability and apply them promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- SailPoint
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-25T15:51:35.248Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69dfd9a582d89c981f8a79eb
Added to database: 4/15/2026, 6:32:05 PM
Last enriched: 4/22/2026, 11:17:11 PM
Last updated: 5/31/2026, 5:01:54 AM
Views: 73
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