CVE-2026-23760

CriticalActively exploited (CISA KEV)Known to be used in ransomware campaigns

Description

SmarterTools SmarterMail versions prior to build 9511 contain an authentication bypass vulnerability in the password reset API. The force-reset-password endpoint permits anonymous requests and fails to verify the existing password or a reset token when resetting system administrator accounts. An unauthenticated attacker can supply a target administrator username and a new password to reset the account, resulting in full administrative compromise of the SmarterMail instance. NOTE: SmarterMail system administrator privileges grant the ability to execute operating system commands via built-in management functionality, effectively providing administrative (SYSTEM or root) access on the underlying host.

SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
ProductSmarterTools SmarterMail
PublishedJan 22, 2026
First seenJan 22, 2026
Added to KEVJan 26, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-288CWE-288

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

CISA due date: Feb 16, 2026
Update
  • smartertools smartermail100.0.9511 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
smartertools smartermailv < 100.0.9511100.0.9511

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