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CVE-2026-78402

Stack Buffer Overflow in Sentinel Keys Server

CVSS score

7.3

EPSS probability

—

Risk score

0.7

Published

2 h ago

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Patch status has not yet been verified

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Vulnerability description

DayBreach AI Explanation

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Stack Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Sentinel Keys Server (CVE-2026-78402)

Sources read

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Source agreement

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Evidence confidence

%55

Short explanation

CVE-2026-78402 is a stack-based buffer overflow and out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Thales Sentinel Keys Server, caused by a failure to check the length of the first field in an input message. On Windows, it allows a local attacker to achieve code execution as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM, enabling local privilege escalation.

Why does it matter?

This vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM privileges, potentially leading to the complete compromise of affected systems. According to S0 data, the patch status is currently UNKNOWN.

What should be done?

  • Monitor official vendor advisories for guidance.
  • Check current version status and apply updates accordingly.
  • Consult vendor documentation regarding patch availability.
Chain of evidence and sources3 verified claims

CVE-2026-78402, 1.3.8.0 versiyonundan düşük Sentinel Keys Server sürümlerini etkilemektedir.

S0 · daybreach-canonicalS1 · cvelist

Zaafiyet, yerel bir saldırganın NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM yetkileriyle kod çalıştırmasını ve ayrıcalık yükseltmesini sağlayabilir.

S0 · daybreach-canonicalS1 · cvelist

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S0 · daybreach-canonical
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Stack-based buffer overflow and out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Thales Sentinel Keys Server on Windows allows Overflow Buffers.  Sentinel Keys Server does not check the length of the first field in the input message. A local attacker may craft an input and send it to Sentinel Keys Server. It may lead to code execution as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM enabling local privilege escalation. This issue affects Sentinel Keys Server: versions lower than 1.3.8.0.

CVSS vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

CWE: CWE-121, CWE-787

This explanation was compiled automatically from the source records. Scores, active exploitation, patch and exploit status come straight from the sources.

IMPACT: Affected Products and Software

Affected Products

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-78402 vulnerability. Where our threat engine knows the exact affected versions, they are listed below.

IDVENDORPRODUCTACTION
1thalesgroupSentinel Keys Server View
Total affected vendors: 1|Products: 1

RED HAT CSAF/VEX: Product Impact Check

Red Hat has not yet published a CSAF/VEX impact record for this CVE. This does not mean “not affected”.

SCORING: CVSS from Multiple Sources

CVSS Scores

The Common Vulnerability Scoring System is a standardised framework for assessing the severity of vulnerabilities in software and systems. We collect and display CVSS scores from several sources for each CVE.

SCOREVERSIONSEVERITYVECTORSOURCE
7.8CVSS V3_1HIGHCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HCVE CNA
7.8CVSS V31HIGHCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HNVD
7.3CVSS V4_0HIGHCVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:NCVE CNA
7.3CVSS V40HIGHCVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:XNVD

Patch and Remediation Guide

Solution & Remediation Advisory

Patch status unknown

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Confirm the affected product and version against the source evidence above.
Restrict access to internet-facing services and apply network segmentation.
Until a patch is confirmed, follow the vendor advisory; do not read an unknown status as “no patch”.
Monitor server logs and network endpoints for signs of anomalous execution.

Public exploit and active exploitation status

Verified exploit intelligence

No verified public PoC, exploit repository or Metasploit module has been found for this CVE yet.

Weakness Classification and Attack Patterns (CWE & CAPEC)

CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

While CVE identifies specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorises the common flaws or weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-78402 is associated with the following CWEs:

CWE-121: Common Weakness Enumeration Entry CWE-121CWE-787: Out-of-bounds Write

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC) stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-78402 weaknesses.

CAPEC-66: SQL InjectionCAPEC-126: Path TraversalCAPEC-28: OS Command Injection

Attack Vector and Accessibility

ExposureYerel erişim
PermissionsLow
UserGerekmiyor

Official Sources and Advisories

https://supportportal.thalesgroup.com/csm?id=kb_article_view&sys_kb_id=50fc9f3b3b005f10bba8b41864e45a61&sysparm_article=KB0031216vendor-advisory

CVSS Vector Radar Chart

7.3 / 10
Attack VectorLocalComplexityLowPrivilegesLowUser Interact.NoneConfidentialityLowIntegrityNoneAvailabilityHigh

Vulnerability Scoring Details

CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges RequiredLow privileges
User InteractionNone required
Confidentiality (Gizlilik)Low
Integrity (Bütünlük)None
Availability (Erişilebilirlik)High

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Weakness Type (CWE & CAPEC)

CWE-121 CWE-787

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CVE-2026-78402 · Stack Buffer Overflow in Sentinel Keys Server