A critical privilege escalation vulnerability has been identified in JetBrains Hub, affecting multiple versions prior to 2026.1.13757, 2025.3.148033, 2025.2.148048, 2025.1.148120, 2024.3.148430, and 2024.2.148429. This vulnerability enables an attacker to escalate privileges by attaching authentication details to accounts, potentially granting unauthorized access to sensitive systems and data. The CVSS score of 9.9 indicates a severe risk level, with the potential for significant impact on affected organizations. All users of the affected JetBrains Hub versions are strongly advised to apply the latest security patches immediately. Failure to do so may result in unauthorized access, data exposure, or further exploitation. Organizations should conduct an inventory of their systems to confirm if they are using any of the vulnerable versions and take appropriate remediation steps. Security teams are encouraged to monitor for any signs of exploitation and implement additional safeguards as needed. This vulnerability underscores the importance of timely patch management and proactive security measures to mitigate risks associated with software vulnerabilities.
CRITICAL
CVSS 9.9
CVE-2026-56142
2026-08-22
Critical Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in JetBrains Hub (CVE-2026-56142)
A critical vulnerability in JetBrains Hub allows privilege escalation through authentication detail attachment. Affected versions include multiple prior releases. Immediate patching is recommended to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.