Actively exploited
Listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog since September 27, 2026.
CVE-2026-88771
Citrix NetScaler Improper Input Validation Vulnerability
Added to KEV September 27, 2026
Alert details
- Source feed
- CISA KEV
- CVE ID
- CVE-2026-88771
- CWE
- CWE-119
- Affected products
- NetScaler · Citrix NetScaler · Citrix
What happened
Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway contain an improper input validation vulnerability that could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands.
What it means for your business
Citrix NetScaler is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (CVE-2026-88771). Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway contain an improper input validation vulnerability that could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands. CISA remediation due date: 2026-09-30. If you need help checking exposure, call (864) 335-9223.
Required 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.
CISA due date: September 30, 2026
Sources
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