Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Apache Ranger by Apache
CVE-2026-42537

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Apache Ranger
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-42537?

A vulnerability exists in Apache Ranger that allows for remote code execution due to JDBC URL injection in versions up to 2.8.0. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on affected systems, which could lead to unauthorized access and significant security breaches. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to version 2.9.0 or later to mitigate the risk associated with this exploit.

Affected Version(s)

Apache Ranger 0 <= 2.8.0

References

https://lists.apache.org/thread/ymwvz8cwv3wm8fq21pnd7fco0...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Andrew Rukin (Arenadata)
.