Improper Input Validation and Access Control in Apache Camel's Mongodb GridFS Component
CVE-2026-48204

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Apache Camel
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 July 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-48204?

A vulnerability exists in Apache Camel's Mongodb GridFS component due to improper input validation and access control. This issue arises when the producer selects GridFS operations based on unvalidated headers when not explicitly set. An attacker can exploit this by injecting crafted headers, allowing unauthorized operations such as deleting files, listing all files, or reading sensitive information without authentication. Affected users should upgrade to version 4.21.0 or appropriate LTS versions to mitigate this risk, ensuring that header names are securely managed.

Affected Version(s)

Apache Camel 4.0.0 < 4.14.8

Apache Camel 4.15.0 < 4.18.3

Apache Camel 4.19.0 < 4.21.0

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-2026-48204
Created by oscerd

References

https://camel.apache.org/security/CVE-2026-48204.html
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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Yu Bao from PayPal
Andrea Cosentino
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