Remote Code Execution via JDBC URL Injection in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0 Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue. (CVE-2026-42537)
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Apache Ranger versions up to and including 2.8.0 due to JDBC URL injection. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. The issue is fixed in Apache Ranger version 2.9.0, and users are advised to upgrade to this version to mitigate the risk.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-42537 describes a remote code execution vulnerability in Apache Ranger versions <= 2.8.0 caused by JDBC URL injection. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious input via the JDBC URL, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution on the affected system. The vulnerability is addressed in Apache Ranger version 2.9.0, which includes a fix to prevent this injection vector.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely on systems running vulnerable versions of Apache Ranger, potentially leading to full system compromise or unauthorized control over the affected environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Ranger to version 2.9.0 or later, where this vulnerability has been fixed. No other mitigation or temporary workaround is indicated in the available data.
Remote Code Execution via JDBC URL Injection in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0 Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue. (CVE-2026-42537)
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Apache Ranger versions up to and including 2.8.0 due to JDBC URL injection. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. The issue is fixed in Apache Ranger version 2.9.0, and users are advised to upgrade to this version to mitigate the risk.
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-42537 describes a remote code execution vulnerability in Apache Ranger versions <= 2.8.0 caused by JDBC URL injection. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious input via the JDBC URL, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution on the affected system. The vulnerability is addressed in Apache Ranger version 2.9.0, which includes a fix to prevent this injection vector.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely on systems running vulnerable versions of Apache Ranger, potentially leading to full system compromise or unauthorized control over the affected environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Users should upgrade Apache Ranger to version 2.9.0 or later, where this vulnerability has been fixed. No other mitigation or temporary workaround is indicated in the available data.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-4rwg-mr3v-x763
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-42537"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a79f0d1bf8831d539f60d97
Added to database: 08/10/2026, 15:40:01 UTC
Last enriched: 08/10/2026, 15:51:50 UTC
Last updated: 08/11/2026, 03:41:00 UTC
Views: 5
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