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CVE-2026-110931: SAML Security Vulnerability

CVE-2026-110931 explained: high Security Vulnerability in SAML. CVSS 7.5. Affected versions, detection, fixes and CTEM priority.

Last updated: Nov 5, 2026

CVSS
7.5 HIGH
EPSS
n/a
CISA KEV
Not listed
CWE
CWE-835

Sources: National Vulnerability Database, CVE.org, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS

CVE-2026-110931 Overview

A flaw was found in the SAML 1.1 assertion parser of Keycloak, a tool used for identity and access management. The issue occurs when the parser handles a specific element called AuthorityBinding within an authentication statement. Due to an incomplete fix for a previous vulnerability, the parser can enter an infinite loop that consumes all available memory, causing the entire Keycloak service to crash and become unavailable to users.

Critical Impact

Remote, unauthenticated attackers can exploit this Security Vulnerability in SAML. The CVSS base score is 7.5 (High).

Affected Products

  • SAML: see the vendor advisory for the exact affected versions

Discovery Timeline

  • 2026-11-05: CVE-2026-110931 published to the National Vulnerability Database by secalert@redhat.com
  • 2026-11-05: last updated in the NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2026-110931

Vulnerability Analysis

CVE-2026-110931 is a Security Vulnerability weakness (CWE-835) in SAML. Based on its CVSS vector, the flaw can be reached over the network, needs no login, and needs no user interaction.

With a CVSS base score of 7.5, apply the vendor fix and confirm exposure on internet facing and business critical assets first.

Root Cause

The vendor description states: A flaw was found in the SAML 1.1 assertion parser of Keycloak, a tool used for identity and access management. The issue occurs when the parser handles a specific element called AuthorityBinding within an authentication statement. Due to an incomplete fix for a previous vulnerability, the parser can enter an infinite loop that consumes all available memory, causing the entire Keycloak service to crash and become unavailable to users.

Attack Vector

Based on the CVSS vector, the flaw can be reached over the network, needs no login, and needs no user interaction. Attack complexity is low complexity.

No exploitation in the wild is confirmed by CISA at the time of the last update. Check the references below for any vendor or researcher proof of concept.

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Detection Methods for CVE-2026-110931

Detection Strategies

  • Inventory every instance of SAML and compare the running version with the affected range above.
  • Check external attack surface scans for internet facing instances of the component.
  • Run an authenticated vulnerability scan once your scanner ships a check for this CVE.

Monitoring Recommendations

  • Forward SAML application, access and audit logs to your SIEM for retrospective hunting.
  • Alert on new processes, configuration changes or outbound connections from the affected service.
  • Track the vendor advisory and the CISA KEV catalog for changes in exploitation status.

How to Mitigate CVE-2026-110931

Immediate Actions Required

  • Apply the fixed version of SAML named in the vendor advisory.
  • Prioritize internet facing and business critical instances first.
  • Rescan after the change to confirm the exposure is closed.

Patch Information

Use the fixed version listed in the vendor advisory for SAML.

Workarounds

  • If patching must wait, restrict network access to the affected service and place it behind authentication or a web application firewall rule.

CWE References

Technical References

This entry is built directly from NVD, CISA KEV and EPSS data. Verify fixed versions in the vendor advisory before you deploy.

Frequently asked questions

CVE-2026-110931 is a high severity Security Vulnerability in SAML with a CVSS score of 7.5. Apply the vendor fix and confirm exposure on internet facing and business critical assets first.

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