CVE-2026-44930
Apache CXF: LDAP Injection vulnerability in XKMS LDAP Repository
Description
An LDAP injection vulnerability in the LDAP Certificate repository of the XKMS server in Apache CXF may allow an attacker to retrieve arbitrary certificates from the repository. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue.
INFO
Published Date :
May 22, 2026, 1:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
May 22, 2026, 10:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | CRITICAL | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 |
Solution
- Upgrade to Apache CXF version 4.2.1.
- Upgrade to Apache CXF version 4.1.6.
- Upgrade to Apache CXF version 3.6.11.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-44930.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/c1zqxppo1m5z3kbdhjn5p991zk09ynkh | Mailing List Vendor Advisory |
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/22/9 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-44930
weaknesses.
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CybersecurityNews
Apache CXF LDAP Injection Vulnerability Let Attacker Retrieve Arbitrary Certificates
A newly disclosed vulnerability in Apache CXF, tracked as CVE-2026-44930, is raising concerns among enterprise users relying on its XKMS (XML Key Management Specification) services. The flaw, classifi ... Read more
The following table lists the changes that have been made to the
CVE-2026-44930 vulnerability over time.
Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/22/9 -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:apache:cxf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 3.6.11 *cpe:2.3:a:apache:cxf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 4.0.0 up to (excluding) 4.1.6 *cpe:2.3:a:apache:cxf:4.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Apache Software Foundation: https://lists.apache.org/thread/c1zqxppo1m5z3kbdhjn5p991zk09ynkh Types: Mailing List, Vendor Advisory -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
May. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description An LDAP injection vulnerability in the LDAP Certificate repository of the XKMS server in Apache CXF may allow an attacker to retrieve arbitrary certificates from the repository. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.1, 4.1.6 or 3.6.11, which fix this issue. Added CWE CWE-90 Added Reference https://lists.apache.org/thread/c1zqxppo1m5z3kbdhjn5p991zk09ynkh