CVE-2026-86409
Published Oct 20, 2026
Modified Oct 22, 2026
Description
Setting `CURLOPT_AWS_SIGV4` to NULL but does not disable SigV4 authentication, contrary to expectations and documentation. A subsequent transfer on the same handle still sends an `Authorization: AWS4-HMAC-SHA256` header to whatever URL isset next, leaking state information.
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EPSS — Exploit Prediction
0.0110
Probability of exploitation
0.66%
Percentile rank
EPSS estimates the probability that this vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A higher score means more likely to be exploited.
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-86409? +
Setting `CURLOPT_AWS_SIGV4` to NULL but does not disable SigV4 authentication,
contrary to expectations and documentation. A subsequent transfer on the same
handle still sends an `Authorization: AWS4-HMAC-SHA256` header to whatever URL
isset next, leaking state information.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-86409? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.
