CVE-2026-42537
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.36%
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 0.36% 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
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Software Foundation | Apache Ranger | <= 2.8.0 |
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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 0.36% 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.
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