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SimpleHelp bug lets hackers create rogue remote support accounts
A vulnerability in the SimpleHelp remote management software allows unauthenticated attackers to create privileged technician accounts on servers using the OpenID Connect (OIDC) authentication protocol.
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A flaw in SimpleHelp remote‑management software lets attackers create privileged technician accounts without authentication. The vulnerability uses the OpenID Connect (OIDC) authentication protocol and is identified as CVE‑2026‑48558. It carries a critical severity rating. The issue affects SimpleHelp versions 5.5.15 and earlier, as well as pre‑release 6.0 builds.
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