Improper Path Validation in Okta Access Gateway Backup Restore Function
CVE-2026-78624

4.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Okta

Status
Okta Access Gateway
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-78624?

The backup restore function within the Okta Access Gateway fails to properly validate the filename contained in an encrypted backup payload. Consequently, this can result in sensitive file contents being written to incorrect locations on the appliance filesystem, potentially leading to unauthorized access or overwriting critical files.

Affected Version(s)

Okta Access Gateway 0 < 2026.9.1

References

https://trust.okta.com/security-advisories/improper-path-...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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