CVE-2026-85978 Details
Description
An unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Policy Manager console of Akana API Platform. A path normalization discrepancy between the authentication filter and the servlet dispatcher allows a crafted request to bypass authentication and reach an endpoint that evaluates attacker-supplied script code without sandboxing, resulting in arbitrary code execution. Exploitation requires no authentication or user interaction.
A remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in the Policy Manager console of Akana API Platform. This issue arises from a path normalization discrepancy between the authentication filter and the servlet dispatcher, allowing crafted requests to bypass authentication. Exploitation of this vulnerability enables attackers to reach an endpoint that executes supplied script code without any sandboxing, leading to arbitrary code execution. Notably, this vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction.
Users can upgrade to Akana API Platform versions 2024.1.6, 2025.1.2, or 2026.2 to address this vulnerability.
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Assessed Sep 9, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 9, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://portal.perforce.com/s/cve/a91Qi000003CcxRIAS/unauthenticated-remote-code-execution-in-akana-policy-manager-console | [email protected] | AdvisoryRemedyVendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-41 | Improper Resolution of Path Equivalence | [email protected] |
| CWE-863 | Incorrect Authorization | [email protected] |
| CWE-94 | Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Perforce Akana API Platform | >= 2024.1.0, < 2024.1.6 (semver) >= 2025.1.0, < 2025.1.2 (semver) >= 2026.1.0, < 2026.2 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Sep 9, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Sep 9, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 9, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |