CVE-2026-22617 Security feature bypass in IPP Software
An insecure cookie configuration in Eaton IPP allows network attackers to intercept cookies via man-in-the-middle attacks, potentially leading to account takeover.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-22617?
CVE-2026-22617 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Eaton IPP Software, published on 16 Apr 2026. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Eaton Intelligent Power Protector (IPP) uses an insecure cookie configuration, which could allow a network‑based attacker to intercept the cookie and exploit it through a man‑in‑the‑middle attack. This security issue has been fixed in the latest version of Eaton IPP software which is available on the Eaton download centre.
Weakness: CWE-614
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-22617?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Eaton Intelligent Power Protector.
How do I fix CVE-2026-22617?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-22617 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2026-22617 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-22617 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Eaton IPP Software
Sources
Also known as GHSA-m6jh-hgc7-xggx.