CVE-2026-71568
BMCtest exposes Ironic without authentication and TLS during the test
Description
In BMCtest, Ironic is started without authentication and TLS for the duration of the test. Exploiting the problem requires winning the race with bmctest itself, which reduces the attack window and significantly increases its complexity.
INFO
Published Date :
Sept. 17, 2026, 2:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Sept. 17, 2026, 2:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
74b3a70d-cca6-4d34-9789-e83b222ae3be
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-71568
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 74b3a70d-cca6-4d34-9789-e83b222ae3be |
Solution
- Configure Ironic to enforce authentication.
- Enable TLS for Ironic communication.
- Restrict test access to authorized personnel.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-71568.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://github.com/openshift-metal3/bmctest/security/advisories/GHSA-53vv-qh77-2hqh |
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New CVE Received by 74b3a70d-cca6-4d34-9789-e83b222ae3be
Sep. 17, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In BMCtest, Ironic is started without authentication and TLS for the duration of the test. Exploiting the problem requires winning the race with bmctest itself, which reduces the attack window and significantly increases its complexity. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N Added CWE CWE-306 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/71xxx/CVE-2026-71568.json">CVE-2026-71568</a> Added Reference https://github.com/openshift-metal3/bmctest/security/advisories/GHSA-53vv-qh77-2hqh