CVE-2026-40889

Medium

Description

Frappe HR is an open-source human resources management solution (HRMS). Prior to versions 15.58.2 and 16.4.2, authenticated users can access unauthorized files by exploiting certain api endpoint. Versions 15.58.2 and 16.4.2 contain a patch. No known workarounds are available.

SeverityMedium
CVSS6.5
Exploit probability—
ProductFrappe Hr
PublishedApr 21, 2026
First seenApr 21, 2026

How to fix

Update
  • frappe frappe_hr15.58.2, 16.4.2 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
frappe frappe_hrv < 15.58.2, 16.0.0 ≤ v < 16.4.215.58.2, 16.4.2

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