CVE-2026-45248 Details
Description
Hedera Guardian through 3.5.1 contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the GET /api/v1/demo/registered-users endpoint that allows unauthenticated attackers to retrieve sensitive user information. Attackers can access the endpoint without providing authentication credentials to obtain usernames, Hedera DIDs, parent registry DIDs, system roles, and policy role assignments for all registered users in the system.
An authentication bypass vulnerability has been identified in Hedera Guardian versions through 3.5.1. The issue resides in the GET /api/v1/demo/registered-users endpoint, allowing unauthenticated attackers to access sensitive user information. Exploitation of this vulnerability enables the retrieval of usernames, Hedera DIDs, parent registry DIDs, system roles, and policy role assignments for all registered users within the system.
Users can update to Hedera Guardian version 3.5.2 or later, where this vulnerability has been addressed.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed May 16, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/hashgraph/guardian/pull/6076 | [email protected] | Issue TrackingPatch |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/hedera-guardian-authentication-bypass-information-disclosure | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-306 | Missing Authentication for Critical Function | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| hedera guardian | <= 3.5.1 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 27, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 14, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |