CVE-2026-65945: CWE-532 Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File in Apache Software Foundation Apache Ranger
Apache Ranger versions up to 2.8.0 log replayable JWT tokens, exposing sensitive authentication information in logs. This vulnerability is identified as CWE-532, involving the insertion of sensitive data into log files. The issue is fixed in version 2.9.0. The CVSS score is 6.5, indicating a medium severity risk.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-65945 describes a vulnerability in Apache Ranger where replayable JWT tokens are recorded in log files in versions up to and including 2.8.0. This exposure of sensitive authentication tokens in logs can lead to unauthorized use if an attacker gains access to these logs. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-532, which concerns the insertion of sensitive information into log files. The vendor recommends upgrading to Apache Ranger 2.9.0, where this issue is resolved.
Potential Impact
The exposure of replayable JWT tokens in logs can allow an attacker with access to these logs to impersonate users or services by replaying the tokens. This compromises confidentiality and integrity of authentication tokens but does not directly affect availability. The CVSS score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity impact with network attack vector, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Ranger to version 2.9.0 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. No other mitigation or temporary workaround is indicated. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor's recommendation to upgrade.
CVE-2026-65945: CWE-532 Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File in Apache Software Foundation Apache Ranger
Description
Apache Ranger versions up to 2.8.0 log replayable JWT tokens, exposing sensitive authentication information in logs. This vulnerability is identified as CWE-532, involving the insertion of sensitive data into log files. The issue is fixed in version 2.9.0. The CVSS score is 6.5, indicating a medium severity risk.
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.5medium
Affected software
Apache Software Foundation
Apache Ranger
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-65945 describes a vulnerability in Apache Ranger where replayable JWT tokens are recorded in log files in versions up to and including 2.8.0. This exposure of sensitive authentication tokens in logs can lead to unauthorized use if an attacker gains access to these logs. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-532, which concerns the insertion of sensitive information into log files. The vendor recommends upgrading to Apache Ranger 2.9.0, where this issue is resolved.
Potential Impact
The exposure of replayable JWT tokens in logs can allow an attacker with access to these logs to impersonate users or services by replaying the tokens. This compromises confidentiality and integrity of authentication tokens but does not directly affect availability. The CVSS score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity impact with network attack vector, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Ranger to version 2.9.0 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. No other mitigation or temporary workaround is indicated. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor's recommendation to upgrade.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- apache
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-23T16:52:25.281Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a79aae9bf8831d53985a7df
Added to database: 08/10/2026, 10:41:45 UTC
Last enriched: 08/17/2026, 15:28:18 UTC
Last updated: 09/22/2026, 13:47:47 UTC
Views: 49
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