CVE-2026-25700
CVE-2026-25700 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Answer with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-1259.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-36059
- Weakness: CWE-1259
- Affected product: Apache Answer
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Improper Restriction of Security Token Assignment vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.0. Previously issued administrative tokens were not invalidated after an administrator account was suspended, deleted, or deactivated, allowing continued access to administrative APIs until the token expired. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.1, which fixes the issue.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-25700?
- Improper Restriction of Security Token Assignment vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.0. Previously issued administrative tokens were not invalidated after an administrator account was suspended, deleted, or deactivated, allowing continued access to administrative APIs until the token expired. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.1, which fixes the issue.
- How severe is CVE-2026-25700?
- CVE-2026-25700 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2026-25700 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2026-25700?
- CVE-2026-25700 affects Apache Answer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2026-25700?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2026-25700 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2026-25700 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-36059.
- When was CVE-2026-25700 published?
- CVE-2026-25700 was published on 2026-06-10 and last updated on 2026-06-19.
References
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/ftw52mlxknjm29vo1mnqovj53z2kh96y
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/06/10/10
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:apache:answer:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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