PHP2Shell Security Update: Critical Patch Available for Accops HySecure Gateway

2 min read - Oct 22, 2026

Accops has confirmed that Accops HySecure Gateway is affected by two critical PHP vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619, collectively referred to as PHP2Shell. These vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution under the applicable exploitation conditions. 

A patch release is now available. We strongly recommend that customers apply the relevant security patch at the earliest opportunity to protect their HySecure deployments.

Vulnerability Overview

Detail Information
Vulnerability  PHP2Shell 
CVE identifiers  CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619 
Severity  Critical 
Affected product  Accops HySecure Gateway 
Affected versions  All versions from 5.x through 7.x 
Potential impact  Remote code execution under applicable exploitation conditions 
Security advisory  ASA-2026-1001 
Remediation  Apply the relevant Accops security patch 

What Is the Potential Impact?

PHP2Shell refers to two critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a component used by Accops HySecure Gateway. If the applicable exploitation conditions are met, an attacker could potentially execute code remotely on an affected system. 

Given the critical severity and potential impact, customers should prioritise remediation across affected HySecure Gateway deployments. 

Security Patch Now Available

Accops has made a patched release available that updates PHP to the fixed version, addressing these vulnerabilities. 

Customers running HySecure Gateway versions 5.x through 7.x should review Security Advisory ASA-2026-1001 and apply the relevant patch according to the deployment guidance provided. 

  1. Identify affected deployments: Review your HySecure Gateway inventory for installations running versions 5.x through 7.x.

  2. Review the security advisory: Refer to the official advisory for the applicable patch and deployment instructions.

  3. Prioritise patch deployment: Apply the relevant security patch at the earliest opportunity.

  4. Validate the update: Confirm successful patch installation and verify normal operation after deployment.

  5. Contact Accops Support if needed: Request assistance with patch selection, deployment, or validation. 

Official Security Advisory

For patch information and remediation guidance, refer to: 

ASA-2026-1001 | PHP2Shell – Remote Code Execution (CVE-2026-109618 & CVE-2026-109619) 

Need Assistance?

For assistance with the security patch or its deployment, contact support@accops.com and include PHP2Shell in the subject line. 

Please treat this update as a priority and apply the relevant patch promptly. 

Oct 22, 2026
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Vijender Yadav is the Co-founder, CEO, and CTO of Accops, a leading provider of secure remote access and digital workspace solutions. With over two decades of experience in product development and technical product marketing in the enterprise mobility and virtualization domain, Vijender has been instrumental in driving innovation and business growth at Accops.

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