[ CVE-2026-72529 · Published 19 Aug 2026 ]
TrueConf Server Missing Authentication for Critical Function Vulnerability
[ Why it matters ]Priority signals
- Exploited in the wild: on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list since 2026-08-20
- Critical severity: CVSS 9.8
[ Description ]Official description
A remote unauthorized attacker with network access via port 4307/TCP to the TrueConf server versions 5.3.X to 5.3.9, 5.4.X to 5.4.9, 5.5.X to 5.5.5, and earlier could execute an arbitrary script by calling an undocumented function.
CISA: TrueConf Server contains a missing authentication for critical function vulnerability which could allow a remote unauthorized attacker with network access via port 4307/TCP to execute an arbitrary script.
[ Fixes ]Fixes and patches
CISA required action (US federal deadline 23 Aug 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.
No fix or interim patch is linked from our sources yet. Check the vendor references below and limit exposure of affected systems until a fix is available.
[ References ]References
- ics-cert.kaspersky.com/advisories/2026/08/11/trueconf-server-missing-authentication-for…Third Party Advisory
- securelist.com/tr/head-mare-targets-trueconf-server-with-phantomcore/120988ExploitThird Party Advisory
- www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalogUS Government Resource