Improper Authentication Vulnerability in SmythOS HTTP Header Handler
CVE-2026-7022

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Smythos

Status
Sre
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-7022?

A security vulnerability has been identified in SmythOS sre versions up to 0.0.15 within the AgentRuntime function of the HTTP Header Handler. This vulnerability arises from manipulation of the X-DEBUG-RUN/X-DEBUG-INJ arguments, leading to improper authentication mechanisms. As a result, attackers can potentially exploit this issue remotely. The problem was publicly disclosed, and despite prior notification to the vendor, there has been no acknowledgment or response.

Affected Version(s)

sre 0.0.1

sre 0.0.2

sre 0.0.3

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-7022 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/359601
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/359601/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/797643
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Eric-b (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.