CVE-2026-65941
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Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution in WhatsUp Gold

Publication date: 2026-08-12

Last updated on: 2026-08-12

Assigner: Progress Software Corporation

Description
In WhatsUp Gold versions released before 2026.0.2, an unauthenticated remote attacker with network access to the affected service can execute arbitrary code in the context of the IIS application service account.

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Published
2026-08-12
Last Modified
2026-08-12
Generated
2026-08-12
AI Q&A
2026-08-12
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-65941
EUVD
EUVD-2026-57267

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
progress whatsup_gold to 2026.0.2 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-918 The web server receives a URL or similar request from an upstream component and retrieves the contents of this URL, but it does not sufficiently ensure that the request is being sent to the expected destination.
CWE-73 The product allows user input to control or influence paths or file names that are used in filesystem operations.
CWE-94 The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.
CWE-306 The product does not perform any authentication for functionality that requires a provable user identity or consumes a significant amount of resources.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated remote attacker with network access to execute arbitrary code on systems running WhatsUp Gold versions before 2026.0.2. The attack occurs in the context of the IIS application service account, meaning the attacker gains the same permissions as the service running the application.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to take full control of the affected system, steal sensitive data, install malware, or disrupt services. Since it requires only network access, it poses a significant risk to unpatched systems.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and access controls. Organizations may face compliance penalties if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update WhatsUp Gold to version 2026.0.2 or later to address the vulnerability. Ensure the system is patched immediately to prevent unauthenticated remote code execution.

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