How to Fix CVE-2026-33452: Secure Access (Bundle Sibling)
By Sai Kiran Pandrala
Last verified: 2026-05-25
CVE-2026-33452 is a sibling vulnerability in the same vendor advisory as CVE-2026-33446. Applying the patched build named in the primary write-up closes this CVE as well.
| Severity | CVSS 5.9 - Medium |
|---|---|
| Actively exploited? | Not currently in CISA KEV |
| Affected | Same as the bundle - see CVE-2026-33446 |
| Fixed in | Same patched build as CVE-2026-33446 (See vendor advisory) |
| Type (CWE) | Not verified |
What's different about CVE-2026-33452?
CVE-2026-33452 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Secure Access
Windows client prior to 14.50. Attackers with local control of the
Windows client can use it to ‘blue screen’ the system.
The technical impact and remediation are identical to the primary CVE in the bundle. The same vendor patch closes both.
How to fix CVE-2026-33452
Apply the patched build per the primary write-up: How to Fix CVE-2026-33446.
The patch installation procedure, verification commands, and interim mitigations are documented there. Reusing one runbook keeps the rollout consistent across the bundle.
Frequently asked questions
Is CVE-2026-33452 fixed by the same patch as CVE-2026-33446?
Yes. CVE-2026-33452 ships in the same vendor advisory as CVE-2026-33446. Applying the patched build named in the primary write-up closes both.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-33452?
The CVSS base score is 5.9 (Medium).
Is it being exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA KEV.
References
- Official vendor advisory: https://www.absolute.com/platform/security-information/vulnerability-archive/cve-2026-33452
- NVD entry: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-33452
- CISA KEV catalog: https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog
- Primary write-up: How to Fix CVE-2026-33446
*Part of the Secure Access bundle. Full procedure at CVE-2026-33446.*