CVE-2026-44442 ERPNext: Unauthorised Document modification due to missing validation

Critical 9.9 Published 13 May 2026 Updated 14 May 2026

Attackers can modify unauthorized data in ERPNext due to missing authorization checks on certain endpoints.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2026-44442?

CVE-2026-44442 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in Frappe Erpnext, published on 13 May 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

ERPNext is a free and open source Enterprise Resource Planning tool. Prior to 16.9.1, certain endpoints failed to enforce proper authorization checks, allowing users to modify data beyond their permitted role. This vulnerability is fixed in 16.9.1.

Weakness: CWE-862

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-44442?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Frappe Erpnext.

How do I fix CVE-2026-44442?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-44442 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2026-44442 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-44442 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-cg5w-7g26-p3w9.