Anchor: Program<'info, System> is not properly validated
### Summary An logic error causes anchor programs to accept any program id when requiring the system program id, causing false assumptions resulting in potential arbitrary cpi in programs that invoke system program instructions. ### Details In the TryFrom > implementation for Program , the id of T is compared with Pubkey::default() to check whether...
CVSS 8.2 MEDIUM. SENTINEL APEX recommends immediate patch evaluation. Intelligence from 1 confirmed source(s).
📋 Executive Summary
CYBERDUDEBIVASH SENTINEL APEX has confirmed a MEDIUM-tier threat intelligence signal for CVE-2026-45137 affecting rust anchor-lang. Composite threat score: 45/100. Intelligence corroborated across 1 source(s): github_advisories. CVSS base score: 8.2. Exploitation probability assessed as HIGH based on vulnerability characteristics.
⚠️ Business Impact Analysis
- ⚠️ rust anchor-lang users face material security risk requiring immediate remediation
🔗 Attack Chain Analysis
Step-by-step attack chain based on observed TTPs and vulnerability characteristics:
| # | Phase | Attacker Action | MITRE |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Reconnaissance | Attacker identifies exposed anchor-lang instances via Shodan, Censys, or targeted scanning | TA0043 |
2 |
Initial Access | Exploitation of CVE-2026-45137 in rust anchor-lang | T1190 |
3 |
Persistence | Backdoor, scheduled task, or new admin account created for persistent access | T1053 |
4 |
Command & Control | Attacker establishes persistent C2 channel using HTTPS or DNS tunneling | T1071 |
5 |
Impact / Objectives | Intellectual property theft, espionage, cryptomining, or preparation for future attack stage | T1657 |
⚠ Deep Dive Analysis
This high-severity vulnerability in rust anchor-lang (CVSS 8.2) represents a significant attack surface. SENTINEL APEX assesses exploitation to be technically feasible with moderate effort. Organizations running anchor-lang in internet-facing or privileged positions face immediate risk.
SENTINEL APEX URGENCY: HIGH. Score: 45/100 MEDIUM. Patch before exploitation activity begins.
🎯 MITRE ATT&CK Mapping
| Category | Mapping |
|---|---|
| Primary Tactic | Initial Access |
| Primary Technique | T1190 — Exploit Public-Facing Application |
| Sub-Technique | T1203 — Exploitation for Client Execution |
| Weakness (CWE) | CWE-20 |
| Intel Type | 🔴 CVE ANALYSIS |
| Source(s) | github_advisories |
🔴 CVE Reference
| CVE ID | Reference | Score |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-45137 | NVD → | 8.2 |
| CVE-2026-45137 | NVD → | 8.2 |
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🛡️ SOC Response Playbook
- 1IMMEDIATE (0-1hr): Identify all instances of anchor-lang in your environment via CMDB/asset inventory
- 2IMMEDIATE (0-1hr): Apply vendor patch — no maintenance window exception for MEDIUM threats
- 3IMMEDIATE (1-2hr): If no patch available: implement WAF rules, ACLs, or network-level compensating controls
- 4SHORT-TERM (2-4hr): Deploy Sigma detection rule to SIEM — validate alert generation in test environment
- 5SHORT-TERM (4-8hr): Review logs for exploitation indicators (anomalous anchor-lang requests, error spikes)
- 6SHORT-TERM (8-24hr): Hunt for post-exploitation: new admin accounts, scheduled tasks, lateral movement
- 7MONITOR: Subscribe to rust security advisories for patch updates
- 8ONGOING: Track SENTINEL APEX intelligence feed for follow-on campaigns targeting anchor-lang
📎 Intelligence References
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-c6rc-8jpp-2fgc
- github.com/solana-foundation/anchor/security/advisories/GHSA-c6rc-8jpp
- github.com/solana-foundation/anchor/releases/tag/v1.0.2
- github.com/advisories/GHSA-c6rc-8jpp-2fgc
- 📌 NVD — CVE-2026-45137
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Report ID: SENTINEL-CVE-2026-45137-2026-05-13 | Priority: 45/100 MEDIUM | Sources: 1
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