CVE-2026-50632: CWE-20 Improper Input Validation in Apache Software Foundation Apache CXF
A further incomplete fix for a previous advisory CVE-2026-44417 (Untrusted JMS configuration can lead to RCE) for Apache CXF has been identified, which can allow code execution capabilities, if untrusted users are allowed to configure JMS for Apache CXF. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.2 or 4.1.7, which fixes this issue.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in Apache CXF involves improper input validation (CWE-20) in JMS configuration, which can lead to remote code execution (RCE) if untrusted users are allowed to configure JMS. It is a continuation of a previously identified issue (CVE-2026-44417) that was incompletely fixed. The vulnerability is present in Apache CXF version 4.2.0. The vendor and Red Hat advisory recommend upgrading to Apache CXF versions 4.2.2 or 4.1.7 to remediate the issue.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can result in remote code execution with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating a high severity. The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely if they can configure JMS in an untrusted manner.
Mitigation Recommendations
A fix is available by upgrading Apache CXF to versions 4.2.2 or 4.1.7, which address this vulnerability. Users should apply these updates promptly. There is no indication from the vendor advisory that the issue is mitigated by default or requires no action. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor advisory linked from Red Hat.
CVE-2026-50632: CWE-20 Improper Input Validation in Apache Software Foundation Apache CXF
Description
A further incomplete fix for a previous advisory CVE-2026-44417 (Untrusted JMS configuration can lead to RCE) for Apache CXF has been identified, which can allow code execution capabilities, if untrusted users are allowed to configure JMS for Apache CXF. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.2 or 4.1.7, which fixes this issue.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
pkg:maven/Apache Software Foundation/org.apache.cxf:cxf-rt-transports-jmsRun on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in Apache CXF involves improper input validation (CWE-20) in JMS configuration, which can lead to remote code execution (RCE) if untrusted users are allowed to configure JMS. It is a continuation of a previously identified issue (CVE-2026-44417) that was incompletely fixed. The vulnerability is present in Apache CXF version 4.2.0. The vendor and Red Hat advisory recommend upgrading to Apache CXF versions 4.2.2 or 4.1.7 to remediate the issue.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can result in remote code execution with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.1, indicating a high severity. The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely if they can configure JMS in an untrusted manner.
Mitigation Recommendations
A fix is available by upgrading Apache CXF to versions 4.2.2 or 4.1.7, which address this vulnerability. Users should apply these updates promptly. There is no indication from the vendor advisory that the issue is mitigated by default or requires no action. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor advisory linked from Red Hat.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- apache
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-05T11:08:49.320Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
- Vendor Advisory Urls
- [{"url":"https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-50632","vendor":"Red Hat"}]
Threat ID: 6a2bd75fe617e2d83448bffe
Added to database: 06/12/2026, 09:54:39 UTC
Last enriched: 07/16/2026, 09:07:21 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:59 UTC
Views: 154
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