CVE-2026-82078 Details
Description
An unsafe dynamic class loading vulnerability exists in the database connection utilities of PaperCut MF and PaperCut NG. The application instantiates database driver classes based on configurable driver names without validating against an allowlist of approved drivers. If an attacker can manipulate system configuration parameters, this enables the execution of arbitrary Java bytecode residing on the application classpath under the security context of the PaperCut server process.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 28, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/pull/21842 | CISA-ADP | Issue TrackingPatch |
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2026-82078 | CISA-ADP | PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource |
| https://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/security-bulletin-27-aug-2026-urgent-security-advisory/ | PaperCut | PatchVendor Advisory |
This CVE is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
Reference CISA's BOD 22-01 and Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog for further guidance and requirements.
| Vulnerability Name | Date Added | Due Date | Required Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| PaperCut NG/MF Unsafe Reflection Vulnerability | Aug 31, 2026 | Sep 14, 2026 | Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-470 | Use of Externally-Controlled Input to Select Classes or Code ('Unsafe Reflection') | PaperCut |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| papercut papercut mf | < 24.1.9 >= 25.0.2, < 25.0.12 >= 26.0.2, < 26.0.4 |
CPE
Remediation
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| papercut papercut ng | < 24.1.9 >= 25.0.2, < 25.0.12 >= 26.0.2, < 26.0.4 |
CPE
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Change History
10 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | CVE Modified | PaperCut |
| Sep 1, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 31, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Aug 31, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 31, 2026 | CVE CISA KEV Update | Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) U.S. Civilian Government |
| Aug 31, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 31, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 29, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 28, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 28, 2026 | New CVE Received | PaperCut |