CVE-2026-28672
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.98%
Last modified
CVE-2026-28672 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability in Apache Ranger. This issue affects Apache Ranger: from 0.6 through 2.8.. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability in Apache Ranger. This issue affects Apache Ranger: from 0.6 through 2.8.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Ranger | >= 0.6.0, <= 2.8.0 |
References
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/99ysjqcmz950o3jgm6pqx1wb696onzq7Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/08/09/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-28672?
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability in Apache Ranger.
This issue affects Apache Ranger: from 0.6 through 2.8.
How severe is CVE-2026-28672?
CVE-2026-28672 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-28672?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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