JFrog · Artifactory
CVE-2026-42016
Incorrect authorization validation of user token in JFrog Artifactory allows Privilege Escalation
What it is
JFrog Artifactory (Self Hosted) versions before 7.133.11 are vulnerable to a privilege escalation attack due to a validation check of the token signature/issuer and not the token’s scope.
CISA: JFrog Artifactory contains an incorrect authorization vulnerability that leads to a privilege escalation attack due to a validation check of the token signature/issuer and not the token’s scope.
What to do
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Deadline for US federal agencies: September 25, 2026
More exploited flaws from JFrog
| Added | Vulnerability | Product | Severity | Attack chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | Improper Authentication | Artifactory | High 7.5 | 9.8% |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Improper Authentication | Artifactory | Critical 9.8 | 14% |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory | Artifactory | Medium 5.3 | 0.7% |
Sources: Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (CISA, public domain), CVE records (cve.org) and EPSS (FIRST). The chance of attacks is the EPSS estimate that someone will try to exploit the flaw in the next 30 days.