CVE-2026-32947 Details
Description
Harden-Runner is a CI/CD security agent that works like an EDR for GitHub Actions runners. In versions 2.15.1 and below, a DNS over HTTPS (DoH) vulnerability allows attackers to bypass egress-policy: block network restrictions by tunneling exfiltrated data through permitted HTTPS endpoints like dns.google. The attack works by encoding sensitive data (e.g., the runner's hostname) as subdomains in DoH queries, which appear as legitimate HTTPS traffic to Harden-Runner's domain-based filtering but are ultimately forwarded to an attacker-controlled domain. This effectively enables data exfiltration without directly connecting to any blocked destination. Exploitation requires the attacker to already have code execution within the GitHub Actions workflow. The issue was fixed in version 2.16.0.
A vulnerability in Harden-Runner versions through 2.15.1 allows bypassing egress network restrictions in the Community Tier by exploiting DNS over HTTPS (DoH). This vulnerability enables data exfiltration through permitted HTTPS endpoints, such as Google's DNS service, while evading domain-based filtering. The issue arises from encoding sensitive information, like the runner's hostname, as subdomains in DoH queries, which are then forwarded to an attacker-controlled domain. Exploitation requires existing code execution within the GitHub Actions workflow.
Users of the Community Tier should upgrade to Harden-Runner version 2.16.0 or later. Enterprise Tier users are not affected by this vulnerability.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 20, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/step-security/harden-runner/releases/tag/v2.16.0 | [email protected] | ProductRelease Notes |
| https://github.com/step-security/harden-runner/security/advisories/GHSA-46g3-37rh-v698 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-693 | Protection Mechanism Failure | [email protected] |
| CWE-863 | Incorrect Authorization | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| stepsecurity harden-runner | < 2.16.0 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 24, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 20, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |