Vulnerability Description
Snipe-IT is an IT asset/license management system. Prior to 8.5.0, a user who can edit other users can reset a superadmin's two-factor authentication through app/Http/Controllers/Api/UsersController.php postTwoFactorReset(). The endpoint authorizes update access but does not enforce canEditAuthFields before clearing two_factor_secret and two_factor_enrolled. This issue is fixed in version 8.5.0.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/grokability/snipe-it/commit/046ef82c6501be14df597f0bf5d0de256
- https://github.com/grokability/snipe-it/releases/tag/v8.5.0
- https://github.com/grokability/snipe-it/security/advisories/GHSA-6x4j-8954-5hxm
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-50550?
CVE-2026-50550 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). Snipe-IT is an IT asset/license management system. Prior to 8.5.0, a user who can edit other users can reset a superadmin's two-factor authentication through app/Http/Controllers/Api/UsersController.p...
How severe is CVE-2026-50550?
CVE-2026-50550 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-50550?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.