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CVE-2026-21992Oracle has issued an emergency patch for a serious vulnerability, identified as CVE-2026-21992, affecting Oracle Identity Manager and Oracle Web Services Manager. This flaw allows attackers to exploit a missing authentication feature, potentially leading to remote code execution without prior authentication. While Oracle hasn't confirmed if this vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild, they are urging all customers to apply the updates or implement alternative mitigations immediately. The lack of authentication for such a critical function poses significant risks for organizations using these services, emphasizing the need for prompt action to safeguard their systems.