Vulnerability Description
Kener 3.0.0 before 4.1.10 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to forge session tokens by using the hardcoded DUMMY_SECRET fallback key. When KENER_SECRET_KEY is empty or unset, attackers knowing an administrator email can sign a kener-user cookie to access /manage/api with full administrative privileges or forge password-reset tokens.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/rajnandan1/kener
- https://github.com/rajnandan1/kener/blob/v4.1.9/src/lib/server/controllers/commo
- https://github.com/rajnandan1/kener/commit/ff636483544c926eab5b5e3e26b811c0f52bc
- https://github.com/rajnandan1/kener/issues/871
- https://github.com/rajnandan1/kener/releases/tag/v4.1.10
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/kener-3.0.0-before-4.1.10-authentication-by
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-116747?
CVE-2026-116747 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). Kener 3.0.0 before 4.1.10 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to forge session tokens by using the hardcoded DUMMY_SECRET fallback key. When KENER_SEC...
How severe is CVE-2026-116747?
CVE-2026-116747 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-116747?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.