CVE-2026-75431: n/a
Description
PowerJob Server version 5.1.2 (and likely earlier) uses a predictable JWT signing key for HS256-based authentication. This allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.1critical
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-75431 describes a vulnerability in PowerJob Server version 5.1.2 and likely earlier, where the JWT signing key used for HS256-based authentication is predictable. This cryptographic weakness enables a remote attacker to forge authentication tokens, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution on the affected server. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-321 (Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key). No vendor advisory or patch information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to bypass authentication by predicting the JWT signing key, leading to arbitrary code execution on the PowerJob Server. This can result in full compromise of the affected system, including data theft, service disruption, or further network penetration.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, consider restricting network access to the PowerJob Server and monitoring for suspicious activity related to JWT tokens.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a9b0ffcacd9273b490d7906
Added to database: 09/04/2026, 18:37:48 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 11:59:49 UTC
Last updated: 10/17/2026, 18:48:22 UTC
Views: 97
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