CVE-2026-14996
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Session Fixation in IBM Aspera Faspex

Publication date: 2026-07-28

Last updated on: 2026-07-28

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM Aspera Faspex 5 5.0.0 through 5.0.15.4 has addressed a vulnerability related to session management.

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Published
2026-07-28
Last Modified
2026-07-28
Generated
2026-07-29
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2026-07-29
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-14996
EUVD
EUVD-2026-50028

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Vendor Product Version / Range
ibm aspera_faspex From 5.0.0 (inc) to 5.0.15.4 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-613 According to WASC, "Insufficient Session Expiration is when a web site permits an attacker to reuse old session credentials or session IDs for authorization."

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Executive Summary

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.15.4 had a session management vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or functions due to improper handling of user sessions.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to user sessions, potentially stealing data or performing actions on behalf of legitimate users without their consent.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access, violating GDPR's data protection principles and HIPAA's security requirements for safeguarding sensitive information.

Mitigation Strategies

Update IBM Aspera Faspex to version 5.0.15.4 or later to address the session management vulnerability. Monitor IBM's security advisories for patches and apply them promptly.

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