CVE-2026-55814: CWE-306 Missing Authentication for Critical Function in Apache Software Foundation Apache Ranger
Missing Authentication in Apache Ranger Download APIs on versions <= 2.8.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
Apache Ranger versions <= 2.8.0 have a missing authentication vulnerability (CWE-306) in their Download APIs. This flaw allows unauthenticated access to critical functions, potentially exposing sensitive data or functionality. The Apache Software Foundation has addressed this issue in version 2.9.0 by implementing proper authentication mechanisms.
Potential Impact
The missing authentication on critical download APIs could allow unauthorized users to access or download sensitive data or perform actions without proper authorization. This could lead to data exposure or unauthorized operations within Apache Ranger environments.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Ranger to version 2.9.0 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. No other mitigation steps are indicated. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor's recommendation to upgrade.
CVE-2026-55814: CWE-306 Missing Authentication for Critical Function in Apache Software Foundation Apache Ranger
Description
Missing Authentication in Apache Ranger Download APIs on versions <= 2.8.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
Affected software
pkg:maven/org.apache.ranger/rangerRun on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
Apache Ranger versions <= 2.8.0 have a missing authentication vulnerability (CWE-306) in their Download APIs. This flaw allows unauthenticated access to critical functions, potentially exposing sensitive data or functionality. The Apache Software Foundation has addressed this issue in version 2.9.0 by implementing proper authentication mechanisms.
Potential Impact
The missing authentication on critical download APIs could allow unauthorized users to access or download sensitive data or perform actions without proper authorization. This could lead to data exposure or unauthorized operations within Apache Ranger environments.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Ranger to version 2.9.0 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. No other mitigation steps are indicated. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor's recommendation to upgrade.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- apache
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-17T15:01:45.848Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a79aae9bf8831d53985a7d9
Added to database: 08/10/2026, 10:41:45 UTC
Last enriched: 08/10/2026, 11:32:22 UTC
Last updated: 08/11/2026, 02:41:00 UTC
Views: 7
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