Vulnerability Description
NetBox through 4.7.0 fails to redact sensitive data source backend credentials in REST and GraphQL API responses. Authenticated users with only view permission can retrieve plaintext passwords and secret keys for Git and Amazon S3 backends through API endpoints, gaining unauthorized access to external repositories and storage buckets.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/geo-chen/oss/blob/main/netbox.md#finding-2-netbox-data-source
- https://github.com/netbox-community/netbox
- https://github.com/netbox-community/netbox/blob/v4.7.0/netbox/core/api/serialize
- https://github.com/netbox-community/netbox/blob/v4.7.0/netbox/core/data_backends
- https://github.com/netbox-community/netbox/blob/v4.7.0/netbox/core/graphql/types
- https://github.com/netbox-community/netbox/issues/12625
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/netbox-through-4.7.0-credential-disclosure-
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-86175?
CVE-2026-86175 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). NetBox through 4.7.0 fails to redact sensitive data source backend credentials in REST and GraphQL API responses. Authenticated users with only view permission can retrieve plaintext passwords and sec...
How severe is CVE-2026-86175?
CVE-2026-86175 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-86175?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.