[ CVE-2026-48558 · Published 12 Jun 2026 ]
SimpleHelp Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
[ Why it matters ]Priority signals
- Exploited in the wild: on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list since 2026-06-29
- Critical severity: CVSS 10.0
[ Description ]Official description
SimpleHelp versions 5.5.15 and prior and 6.0 pre-release versions contain an authentication bypass vulnerability in the OIDC authentication flow. When OIDC authentication is configured, identity tokens submitted during login are accepted without verifying their cryptographic signature. In a vulnerable configuration, a remote, unauthenticated attacker can submit a forged token containing arbitrary identity claims to obtain a fully authenticated technician session. In some configurations, this may also allow bypass of multi-factor authentication. No user interaction is required.
CISA: SimpleHelp contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the OIDC authentication flow. When OIDC authentication is configured, identity tokens submitted during login are accepted without verifying their cryptographic signature. In a vulnerable configuration, a remote, unauthenticated attacker can submit a forged token containing arbitrary identity claims to obtain a fully authenticated technician session. In some configurations, this may also allow bypass of multi-factor authentication.
[ Fixes ]Fixes and patches
CISA required action (US federal deadline 2 Jul 2026): Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
- Patch on simple-help.comVendor patch or bulletin · NVD · Reference tagged 'Patch' by NVD
[ References ]References
- horizon3.ai/attack-research/disclosures/cve-2026-48558-simplehelp-authentication-bypass…Third Party Advisory
- simple-help.com/release-newsRelease Notes
- simple-help.com/security/simplehelp-security-update-2026-05PatchVendor Advisory
- blackpointcyber.com/blog/a-djinn-in-the-machine-taskweavers-node-js-intrusion-chainTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalogUS Government Resource