SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
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CVE-2026-78635

MEDIUM · CVSS 5 EPSS 0.16%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-09-08 · Last synced 2026-09-17

CyberRota Analysis

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The Okta Privileged Access client is vulnerable due to a flaw in its URL handler that fails to properly terminate command-line arguments, allowing values starting with a hyphen to be misinterpreted as command-line flags. This can lead to unintended modifications in the behavior of the SSH client, potentially compromising secure access. Organizations utilizing this client should prioritize addressing this vulnerability to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized command execution.

CVE
CVE-2026-78635
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
5
EPSS
0.16%

Original NVD Description

The Okta Privileged Access client URL handler does not insert an option terminator before appending the target value to the command-line arguments. When a scaleft:// protocol handler link contains a value beginning with a hyphen, the underlying CLI framework interprets it as a command-line flag, causing unintended modification of the SSH client's behavior.