CVE-2026-44417
Description
A flaw was found in Apache CXF. Untrusted users, if allowed to configure Java Message Service (JMS) for Apache CXF, can exploit this vulnerability to achieve remote code execution (RCE). This issue arises from an incomplete fix for a prior security flaw, indicating an alternative path that could lead to code execution.
Statement
This is an Important flaw in Apache CXF where an incomplete fix for a prior vulnerability allows remote code execution. Exploitation requires that untrusted users have permissions to configure Java Message Service (JMS) within the Apache CXF environment, which is not a default configuration in Red Hat products. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution with the privileges of the affected service.
Mitigation
To mitigate this issue, ensure that only trusted users have permissions to configure Java Message Service (JMS) for Apache CXF. Restrict access to configuration files and management interfaces that control JMS settings. If JMS functionality is not required, consider disabling it to remove the attack vector.
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Score Details
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CVSS v3 Score Breakdown
| Red Hat | NVD | cve.org | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Score | 7.5 | N/A | 7.5 |
| Attack Vector | Network | N/A | Network |
| Attack Complexity | High | N/A | High |
| Privileges Required | Low | N/A | Low |
| User Interaction | None | N/A | None |
| Scope | Unchanged | N/A | Unchanged |
| Confidentiality | High | N/A | High |
| Integrity Impact | High | N/A | High |
| Availability Impact | High | N/A | High |
Vector
Red Hat: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
cve.org: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Other
Technical Impact: Varies by Context
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