Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Tenable Sensor Proxy

CVE-2026-18667

What is CVE-2026-18667?

A security flaw in Tenable Sensor Proxy enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. This is achieved by tricking a user into connecting the sensor to a host controlled by the attacker, thereby exposing sensitive systems to potential compromise. Addressing this vulnerability is critical to maintaining the integrity and security of the affected systems. For further details, see the official security advisory by Tenable.

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