CVE-2026-18556
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Authentication Bypass in N-able N-central

Publication date: 2026-08-01

Last updated on: 2026-08-01

Assigner: N-able

Description
Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel vulnerability in N-able N-central allows Authentication Bypass. This issue affects N-central: through 2026.1.

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Published
2026-08-01
Last Modified
2026-08-01
Generated
2026-08-02
AI Q&A
2026-08-01
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-18556
EUVD
EUVD-2026-51918

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Vendor Product Version / Range
n-able n-central to 2026.1 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-288 The product requires authentication, but the product has an alternate path or channel that does not require authentication.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an authentication bypass issue in N-able N-central software. It allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms through an alternate path or channel, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the system.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data or system functions. This may lead to data breaches, system compromise, or further network infiltration depending on the attacker's goals.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, violating compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update N-able N-central to the latest version (2026.1 or later) to address the authentication bypass vulnerability.

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