CVE-2026-42537
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.86%
Last modified
CVE-2026-42537 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Remote Code Execution via JDBC URL Injection in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0 Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.. EPSS estimates a 0.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Remote Code Execution via JDBC URL Injection in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0 Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Ranger | < 2.9.0 |
References
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/ymwvz8cwv3wm8fq21pnd7fco0l1m4wrpMailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/08/09/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-42537?
Remote Code Execution via JDBC URL Injection in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.
How severe is CVE-2026-42537?
CVE-2026-42537 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42537?
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.
How Strix Helps
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