Vulnerability Description
Under heavy system utilization a random race condition can occur during authentication or token refresh operation. This flaw allows one user to be granted a token intended for another user, resulting in impersonation until the session is ended. This flaw cannot be intentionally exploited due to the required concurring action by two users. However, if the event occurs a user would be inadvertently exposed to another user’s system rights and data access.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support2.windriver.com/index.php?page=cve&on=view&id=CVE-2025-26499
- https://www.windriver.com/security/vulnerability-responses/CVE-2025-26499
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-26499?
CVE-2025-26499 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.0 (MEDIUM). Under heavy system utilization a random race condition can occur during authentication or token refresh operation. This flaw allows one user to be granted a token intended for another user, resulting ...
How severe is CVE-2025-26499?
CVE-2025-26499 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-26499?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.