Authentication Vulnerability in Payload CMS Affects Session Security
CVE-2026-105861

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Payloadcms

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-105861?

In Payload CMS, a vulnerability exists that allows an attacker to exploit the authenticated external URL-based upload retrieval feature. This flaw arises from the unverified redirection of authentication data, which can potentially send session information to an unintended destination. This situation may lead to session hijacking, compromising user accounts and sensitive information. Developers are advised to upgrade to version 3.90.0 or later to mitigate this risk. For more information, visit the detailed advisory here and check the fix in the release notes.

Affected Version(s)

payload > 3.0.0, < 3.90.0 > 3.0.0, 3.90.0

payload > 4.0.0-canary.0, < 4.0.0-canary-34 > 4.0.0-canary.0, 4.0.0-canary-34

References

CVSS V4

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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