CVE-2026-8487: Incorrect default permissions vulnerability in Progress Software MOVEit Automation

Published May 20, 2026
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Updated

Incorrect default permissions vulnerability in Progress Software MOVEit Automation allows Retrieve Embedded Sensitive Data.

This issue affects MOVEit Automation: before 2025.0.11, from 2025.1.0 before 2025.1.7.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Progress Software MOVEit Automation<2025.0.11, >=2025.1.0<2025.1.7
Progress MOVEit Automation<2025.0.11
Progress MOVEit Automation>=2025.1.0<2025.1.7

Event History

May 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:12 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 27, 58369
Event
via FIRST·09:51 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-8487?

CVE-2026-8487 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-8487?

To fix CVE-2026-8487, upgrade Progress Software MOVEit Automation to version 2025.1.7 or later.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2026-8487?

CVE-2026-8487 affects Progress Software MOVEit Automation versions prior to 2025.0.11 and from 2025.1.0 to 2025.1.6.

4

What types of issues does CVE-2026-8487 allow an attacker to exploit?

CVE-2026-8487 allows attackers to retrieve embedded sensitive data due to incorrect default permissions.

5

When was CVE-2026-8487 discovered?

CVE-2026-8487 was reported in the context of Progress Software MOVEit Automation before 2025.0.11 and various versions of 2025.1.

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