Authorization Flaw in Apache Pulsar Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2026-105942

7.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache

Vendor
CVE Published:
21 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-105942?

A security vulnerability in Apache Pulsar allows a configured proxy role to authorize requests on behalf of the original user using incorrect authentication data. This can lead to unauthorized access to tenant administration operations and potentially compromise system integrity. In affected versions, if a proxy role is incorrectly set as a tenant admin or utilizes certain authorization providers, users can gain permissions exceeding their actual roles. To mitigate this risk, users should upgrade to the latest patched versions immediately.

Affected Version(s)

Apache Pulsar 2.8.1 < 4.0.14

Apache Pulsar 4.1.0 < 4.2.5

References

CVSS V4

Score:
7.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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