CRITICAL

CVE-2026-5430

CVSS v3

10

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

The JWT authentication mechanism accepts tokens signed with algorithms other than those explicitly configured or supported. This allows an attacker to craft a JWT with an unsupported algorithm, which is then incorrectly validated, leading to unauthorized access. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in unauthorized access to the system, including the potential compromise of administrative accounts and full account takeover. The CVSS score is adjusted to 9.8 (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:

Technical details

CVSS v3 Vector
3.1
Published
8/6/2026
Last Modified
8/6/2026

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-5430?

The JWT authentication mechanism accepts tokens signed with algorithms other than those explicitly configured or supported. This allows an attacker to craft a JWT with an unsupported algorithm, which is then incorrectly validated, leading to unauthorized access. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in unauthorized access to the system, including the potential compromise of administrative accounts and full account takeover. The CVSS score is adjusted to 9.8 (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:

Is CVE-2026-5430 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2026-5430 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is N/A%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-5430?

CVE-2026-5430 has a CVSS v3 base score of 10 (CRITICAL severity), with vector string 3.1.

Is CVE-2026-5430 affecting your environment?

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