CVE ID
CVE-2026-87886
Vulnerability Name
Acronis Backup Incorrect Default Permissions Vulnerability
- Project: Acronis
- Product: Backup
Date
- Date Added: 2026-09-16
- Due Date: 2026-09-19
Description
Acronis Backup plugin for cPanel & WHM and extension for Plesk contains an incorrect default permissions vulnerability that could allow for privilege escalation.
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
Action
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Additional Notes
https://security-advisory.acronis.com/advisories/SEC-10986 ; BOD 26-04: https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-26-04-prioritizing-security-updates-based-risk ; Forensics Triage Requirements: https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/bod-26-04-implementation-guidance-prioritizing-security-updates-based-risk ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-87886
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