CVE-2026-4629: A flaw was found in Keycloak. A highly privileged user with `manage-clients` permission can exploit this vulnerability...
MEDIUM
CVSS 6.5
Exploit Available
Published: June 30, 2026 | Last Modified: June 30, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in Keycloak. A highly privileged user with `manage-clients` permission can exploit this vulnerability by injecting a hardcoded role mapper into any client. This action allows the user to bypass existing scope restrictions and inject the `realm-admin` role into generated tokens, resulting in privilege escalation and full administrative access to the realm.
Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically
- Medium CVSS score indicates moderate risk — exploitation requires specific conditions or results in limited impact.
- Exploit code is reported to be available, increasing the likelihood of active exploitation.
- 11 articles from independent security sources have covered this vulnerability, indicating significant industry attention.
This analysis is generated by Ghostwire from NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS, and open-source intelligence data. Verify findings through primary sources before acting.
Security Coverage (11 articles)
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