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CVE-2026-86589

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Published 2026-10-19 · Last modified 2026-10-19

Incorrect implementation of authentication algorithm vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.2. A flaw in the User Center login integration can cause a newly created external user session to omit its external identity, allowing subsequent requests to bypass central account suspension or deletion checks until the session expires or is revoked. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.3, which fixes the issue.

NO EXPLOITATION SIGNALS

No known exploitation, public exploit, or elevated probability at this time. Track for changes.

Exploitation likelihood

0.3%chance of exploitation in 30 days · 19th percentile

○ In CISA KEV ○ Public exploit / PoC

Impact if exploited

—CVSS · not scored

  • No impact metrics

Proof of concept & exploit code

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Affected

Vendors Apache Software Foundation

Products Apache Answer

Weakness (CWE)

  • CWE-303: Incorrect implementation of authentication algorithm

CVSS vector

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References

Advisories

Technical & other

Sources: NVD · CVE.org · EPSS