CVE-2026-18125 in Endpoint Manager
Summary
by MITRE • 08/11/2026
An out-of-bounds read in the Agent of Ivanti Endpoint Manager before version 2024 SU7 allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to crash an agent service.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/11/2026
The vulnerability under discussion represents a critical out-of-bounds read condition affecting the Ivanti Endpoint Manager Agent software prior to version 2024 SU7. This flaw exists within the agent service component that is responsible for communication between endpoint devices and the central management server. The issue manifests when the agent processes certain malformed or unexpected input data without proper bounds checking, leading to memory access violations that can result in service crashes.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with common software security weaknesses categorized under CWE-129, which addresses insufficient validation of length of inputs to buffers. This particular flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the agent service through remote unauthenticated means, eliminating the need for prior system compromise or elevated privileges. The out-of-bounds read occurs during normal operational procedures when the agent encounters specially crafted data packets that exceed expected parameter limits.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability creates significant risk for organizations utilizing Ivanti Endpoint Manager for device management and security orchestration. A remote attacker can exploit this weakness to cause denial of service conditions on managed endpoints, potentially disrupting critical business operations and compromising the availability of management services. The crash condition affects the agent service itself, which typically runs with elevated privileges necessary for system-level operations, making the impact more severe than typical user-level service disruptions.
The attack surface for this vulnerability extends across all environments where Ivanti Endpoint Manager agents are deployed without proper patching, particularly in enterprise settings where centralized management of endpoints is critical. This flaw represents a significant concern for organizations following ATT&CK framework tactic TA0040 (Resource Development) and technique T1499.004 (Endpoint Denial of Service), as it enables adversaries to disrupt endpoint availability without requiring physical access or authentication credentials.
Organizations should prioritize immediate patching to version 2024 SU7 or later, which contains the necessary fixes addressing the bounds checking deficiencies in the agent service. Additionally, network segmentation and monitoring controls should be implemented to detect anomalous traffic patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. The mitigation strategy should include regular vulnerability assessments of endpoint management systems and implementation of automated patch deployment processes to ensure timely remediation across all managed devices.