CVE-2026-28368

CVE-2026-28368 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Build Of Apache Camel - Hawtio with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.7. 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-444.

Key facts

Description

A flaw was found in Undertow. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to construct specially crafted requests where header names are parsed differently by Undertow compared to upstream proxies. This discrepancy in header interpretation can be exploited to launch request smuggling attacks, potentially bypassing security controls and accessing unauthorized resources.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-28368?
A flaw was found in Undertow. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to construct specially crafted requests where header names are parsed differently by Undertow compared to upstream proxies. This discrepancy in header interpretation can be exploited to launch request smuggling attacks, potentially bypassing security controls and accessing unauthorized resources.
How severe is CVE-2026-28368?
CVE-2026-28368 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.7, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-28368 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-28368?
CVE-2026-28368 primarily affects Redhat Build Of Apache Camel - Hawtio. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-28368?
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-2026-28368 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-28368 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-16696.
When was CVE-2026-28368 published?
CVE-2026-28368 was published on 2026-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-29.

References

Affected products (11)

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