Citrix Patches Critical NetScaler Flaw That Could Enable Remote Code Execution

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Summary

Citrix patched CVE-2026-107406, a critical NetScaler ADC and Gateway memory overflow that could enable remote code execution or denial of service in deployments configured as SAML identity or service providers. No in-the-wild exploitation was reported.

Key points

  • CVE-2026-107406 has a CVSS score of 9.5 and may cause remote code execution or denial of service under specific conditions.
  • Exploitation requires NetScaler ADC or Gateway to be configured as a SAML identity provider or service provider.
  • Citrix released patches and advised customers to upgrade affected instances, including NetScaler instances used in Secure Private Access Hybrid deployments.
  • Citrix said there was no evidence that CVE-2026-107406 had been exploited in the wild.
  • The article notes that three other NetScaler flaws—CVE-2026-88771, CVE-2026-88772, and CVE-2026-88779—are being actively exploited.

Article Details

Vulnerability Types
  • Memory overflow
Severity
Critical; CVSS 9.5 out of 10.0
Exploitation Status
not_reported
Exploit Availability
unknown
Patch Status
available

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