CVE-2026-8079 in Progress Flowmon
In Progress Flowmon versions prior to 12.5.9 and 13.0.11, a vulnerability exists whereby an authenticated low-privileged user may craft a request during the PDF generation process that results in operations being performed with the privileges of another user, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data and unintended modifications to system configuration.
Quick answer
Progress Software Flowmon should be reviewed and updated if it matches the affected versions. The recommended fix is to apply the vendor-supported patched version or the mitigation steps below, then retest the public website with Fixnx.
Who is affected
Affected versions
- Flowmon 12 before 12.5.9
- Flowmon 13 before 13.0.11
Fixed versions
- Flowmon 12.5.9 or later
- Flowmon 13.0.11 or later
How to fix it
CVE-2026-8079 affects Progress Flowmon. The issue means a low-privilege user may cause actions to run as another user during PDF generation. Treat this as a priority if the system is reachable by users, tenants, or the network. Update to Flowmon 12.5.9 or 13.0.11 or later, or follow the vendor advisory if your branch needs a backport.
- Inventory every Progress Flowmon instance, appliance, container, or package in use.
- Compare installed versions with the affected ranges in the vendor advisory.
- Update to Flowmon 12.5.9 or 13.0.11 or later on supported systems.
- If you cannot update today, restrict access to trusted admins and trusted networks only.
- Review logs for unusual access, privilege changes, file access, or failed requests.
- Rotate secrets, tokens, and service accounts if exposure or abuse is suspected.
- Document the change and keep the advisory link with the ticket.
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Verify the fix
- Confirm the installed version is Flowmon 12.5.9 or 13.0.11 or later.
- Confirm exposed admin, API, SFTP, or device access is limited to trusted users.
- Retest the affected workflow after the update or mitigation.
- Review logs again after patching for repeated suspicious activity.
- Run a new Fixnx scan where the affected service is part of the public site.
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FAQ
What is affected by CVE-2026-8079?
Progress Software Flowmon versions listed as affected should be reviewed: Flowmon 12 before 12.5.9, Flowmon 13 before 13.0.11.
What should I fix first?
Start with internet-facing sites, admin panels, login flows, plugins, themes, modules, packages, and systems that process user-controlled input or sensitive data.
How do I confirm the fix worked?
Apply the patched version or mitigation, clear caches where relevant, retest the affected workflow, and run a new Fixnx scan to verify public website exposure signals.
How are Fixnx security risk categories chosen?
Fixnx keeps one canonical risk page and assigns only broad, relevant categories such as ecosystem, technology area, or vulnerability class.