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CVE-2026-1731BeyondTrust has addressed a serious remote code execution vulnerability, identified as CVE-2026-1731, which affects its Remote Support (RS) and Privileged Remote Access (PRA) solutions. This vulnerability can be exploited without authentication, making it particularly dangerous for self-hosted customers. BeyondTrust is urging users to apply the patch immediately to protect their systems. Unlike a previous zero-day vulnerability exploited by threat actors linked to China, this issue was discovered by a security researcher and disclosed privately. The prompt action by BeyondTrust highlights the necessity for timely vulnerability management in remote access tools, which are critical for many organizations.