Improper Input Validation in Apache Camel by Apache Software Foundation
CVE-2026-49042

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Apache Camel
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 July 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-49042?

An improper input validation vulnerability exists in Apache Camel, affecting multiple versions. This flaw could potentially allow malicious actors to exploit the application by sending crafted requests, resulting in unintended behavior or security breaches. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to versions 4.18.3 or 4.21.0 to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Apache Camel 4.8.0 <= 4.18.2

Apache Camel 4.19.0 <= 4.20.0

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-2026-49042
Created by oscerd

References

https://camel.apache.org/security/CVE-2026-49042.html
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
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 - yubao@paypal.com, who works for paypal.com.
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