Vulnerability Description
NetworkManager did not apply the private_user restriction to the 802-1x.ca-path and phase2-ca-path directory-valued connection properties. This incomplete fix for CVE-2025-9615 allows an unprivileged local user to point a private WPA-Enterprise (802.1X) connection profile's CA path at an attacker-controlled directory, bypassing server certificate validation and enabling credential theft via a rogue access point.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-19685
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2515042
- https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/NetworkManager/NetworkManager/-/commit/a8e87381a3
- https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/NetworkManager/NetworkManager/-/commit/e85cc46d0b
- https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/NetworkManager/NetworkManager/-/merge_requests/25
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-19685?
CVE-2026-19685 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). NetworkManager did not apply the private_user restriction to the 802-1x.ca-path and phase2-ca-path directory-valued connection properties. This incomplete fix for CVE-2025-9615 allows an unprivileged ...
How severe is CVE-2026-19685?
CVE-2026-19685 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-19685?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.