Vulnerability · Published Jul 27, 2026 · Assigned by ProgressSoftware
CVE-2026-59689Progress LoadMaster, ECS Connection Manager, Object Scale Connection Manager, and MOVEit WAF Improper Authorization Allows Privilege Escalation to Root
High 8.0
In plain English
A high-severity incorrect authorization in ECS Connection Manager from Progress Software. There are no confirmed reports of exploitation so far. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 0.3% (higher than 17% of all known vulnerabilities).
Severity (CVSS 3.1)8.0High
Exploit odds (30 days)0.3%top 82.6% of all CVEs
Exploited in the wildNo reportsCISA SSVC: none
Attack toolingNoneno public tooling known
Official description
An Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in Progress Software LoadMaster, ECS Connection Manager, Object Scale Connection Manager, and MOVEit WAF allows an authenticated attacker with low privileges to escalate privileges to root on the affected appliance, potentially resulting in full system compromise.
Affected products (as reported)
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Progress Software | LoadMaster | 7.2.36 – before 7.2.63.37.2.36 – before 7.2.54.19 |
| Progress Software | ECS Connection Manager | 7.2.60.0 – before 7.2.63.3 |
| Progress Software | Object Scale Connection Manager | 7.2.60.0 – before 7.2.63.3 |
| Progress Software | MOVEit WAF | 7.2.60.0 – before 7.2.63.3 |
Weakness: CWE-863 · Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H