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Is CVE-2026-19490 exploited? Yes: in CISA KEV since 9 Sep 2026

Gociux · Citrix NetScaler · data: CISA KEV, CVE record, FIRST EPSS

Yes. CVE-2026-19490, Citrix NetScaler Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel Vulnerability, is being exploited in the wild. CISA added it to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on 9 Sep 2026, 21 days after it was published. It affects Citrix NetScaler, an internet-facing product of the kind attackers use for initial access. If you run it, CISA's required action is: 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.

exploitedYesCISA KEV · 9 Sep 2026
ransomwareNot knownno confirmed use
EPSStop 5%very likely to be exploited
severity9.3CVSS 4.0 · critical
US federal due12 Sep 2026BOD 22-01 deadline

What it is

Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway contain an authentication-bypass vulnerability involving an alternate path or channel. When the NetScaler appliance is configured as an AAA virtual server or as a Gateway (SSL VPN, ICA Proxy, CVPN, or RDP Proxy), an unauthenticated remote threat actor may be able to bypass authentication.

VendorCitrix (27 exploited CVEs in KEV)
ProductNetScaler
VulnerabilityCitrix NetScaler Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel Vulnerability
WeaknessCWE-288
Published19 Aug 2026
Added to KEV9 Sep 2026
Reported by (CNA)NetScaler

What to do

  1. Check whether you run it. Look for NetScaler in your asset inventory, including appliances and cloud images. Stack check lists every exploited Citrix CVE at once.
  2. Apply the fix. 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.
  3. If you can't patch today, take the affected service off the internet or restrict who can reach it, and check its logs for signs of compromise since 19 Aug 2026.
  4. Get told next time. Email alerts when CISA adds a CVE for Citrix.

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References

Questions

Is CVE-2026-19490 being exploited?

Yes. CISA added CVE-2026-19490 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on 9 Sep 2026, which means there is reliable evidence of exploitation in the wild.

Is CVE-2026-19490 used in ransomware attacks?

CISA does not list known ransomware use for it. That can change, and exploitation alone is reason to fix it first.

How do I fix CVE-2026-19490?

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. Check Citrix's advisory for the fixed versions, and if you can't patch quickly, restrict access to the affected NetScaler and watch it for signs of compromise.

Sources: CISA KEV (exploitation, ransomware use, required action, due date), the CVE record (publication date, CVSS, CNA), NVD and FIRST EPSS (live score). More: all KEV additions in September 2026 · Citrix scorecard · act-now radar.

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