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Citrix Patches Critical NetScaler Flaw That Could Enable RCE in SAML Deployments
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Fusion42 · 9 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Citrix released patches for a critical remote code execution vulnerability in NetScaler ADC and Gateway affecting SAML deployments, with a high severity CVSS score of 9.5. The flaw impacts specific versions configured as SAML identity providers or service providers.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity and Enterprise Software, and 3 sources have reported it between 5 Oct 2026 and 9 Oct 2026.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
You need to verify and patch your NetScaler SAML setups immediately or face a critical breach risk. Exploiting this flaw gives attackers direct code execution, making patching urgent for all security-focused founders.
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3 sources · first reported 5 Oct 2026 · latest 9 Oct 2026
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