CVE-2026-86715
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Plaintext Password Storage in Vatos DLP Allows Known Credential Use

Publication date: 2026-10-30

Last updated on: 2026-10-30

Assigner: Computer Emergency Response Team of the Republic of Turkey

Description
Plaintext storage of a password vulnerability in Crypttech Crypto and Informatics Technologies Industry and Trade Inc. Vatos DLP allows Use of Known Domain Credentials. This issue affects Vatos DLP: from 1.1.176 before 1.1.243.

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Published
2026-10-30
Last Modified
2026-10-30
Generated
2026-10-30
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2026-10-30
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-86715
EUVD
EUVD-2026-113945

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Crypttech Crypto and Informatics Technologies Industry and Trade Inc. Vatos DLP 1.1.176

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CWE ID Description
CWE-256 The product stores a password in plaintext within resources such as memory or files.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves the storage of passwords in plaintext by the Vatos DLP software from Crypttech Crypto and Informatics Technologies Industry and Trade Inc. This means passwords are saved in an unencrypted format, making them easily readable if accessed by unauthorized parties.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain access to stored credentials, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive systems or data. This could result in data breaches, loss of confidential information, or further compromise of systems using the same credentials.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability likely violates compliance requirements under GDPR and HIPAA, which mandate strong protection of personal and health data. Storing passwords in plaintext fails to meet encryption and security standards, risking regulatory penalties and legal consequences.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Vatos DLP to version 1.1.243 or later to address the plaintext password storage issue. Review system logs for unauthorized access attempts and rotate all stored credentials if the vulnerability may have been exploited.

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