CVE-2026-40248 Details
Description
free5GC is an open-source implementation of the 5G core network. In versions 4.2.1 and below of the UDR service, the handler for creating or updating Traffic Influence Subscriptions checks whether the influenceId path segment equals subs-to-notify, but does not return after sending the HTTP 404 response when validation fails. Execution continues and the subscription is created or overwritten regardless. An unauthenticated attacker with access to the 5G Service Based Interface can create or overwrite arbitrary Traffic Influence Subscriptions, including injecting attacker-controlled notificationUri values and arbitrary SUPIs, by supplying any value for the influenceId path segment. A patched version was not available at the time of publication.
A vulnerability exists in the free5GC UDR service in versions through 4.2.1, where improper path validation allows unauthenticated attackers to create or overwrite Traffic Influence Subscriptions. The issue arises because the handler for the subscription endpoint does not properly validate the influenceId path segment. Instead of rejecting invalid values, it sends a 404 response and continues processing the request, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary notificationUri values and SUPIs by exploiting the flaw.
Users can upgrade to free5GC version 4.2.2 or later, where this vulnerability has been patched by correcting the path validation logic.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 17, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/free5gc/free5gc/security/advisories/GHSA-jgq2-qv8v-5cmj | CISA-ADP | ExploitVendor Advisory |
| https://github.com/free5gc/free5gc/security/advisories/GHSA-jgq2-qv8v-5cmj | [email protected] | ExploitVendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-285 | Improper Authorization | [email protected] |
| CWE-636 | Not Failing Securely ('Failing Open') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| free5gc free5gc | <= 4.2.1 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 20, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 16, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |