Authorization Bypass Vulnerability in Weaviate by Weaviate
CVE-2026-11500

2.3LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Weaviate

Status
Weaviate
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-11500?

A vulnerability exists in Weaviate versions prior to 1.37.7, where the Static API Key Handler's validateConfig function exposes a flaw that allows for authorization bypass. This issue arises from the manipulation of the StaticApiKey argument, which can be exploited remotely. Although the attack complexity is high, the exploit code is publicly available, raising concerns about its potential use in malicious activities. Users are strongly encouraged to upgrade to version 1.38.0-rc.0 to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Weaviate 1.37.0

Weaviate 1.37.1

Weaviate 1.37.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-11500 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/369120
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/369120/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-11500
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
2.3
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Dem000 (VulDB User)
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