Authorization Bypass in Apache APISIX Plugin
CVE-2026-63041

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Apache Apisix
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-63041?

A security vulnerability in Apache APISIX arises from the attach-consumer-label plugin's failure to properly sanitize input values. This oversight enables attackers to bypass authorization controls and potentially escalate privileges. Affected versions include Apache APISIX from 3.11.0 through 3.17.0. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to version 3.18.0 or later to mitigate against these risks.

Affected Version(s)

Apache APISIX 3.11.0 <= 3.17.0

References

https://lists.apache.org/thread/yg9tgn699rz7kyglw82m1775d...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

tonghuaroot
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