Vulnerability Description
Default configurations of Apache Shiro send sensitive cookies in HTTPS session without 'Secure' attribute. This issue affects Apache Shiro from 1.0 to 2.1.0, and 3.0.0-alpha-1. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.1.1, or 3.0.0-alpha-2 or later, which fixes the issue. In the affected versions, Shiro-native session manager, as well as Remember-Me manager sends JSESSIONID and rememberMe cookies without 'secure' attribute by default.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Shiro | < 2.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://shiro.apache.org/security-reports.html#cve_2026_43828Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/25/7Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-43828?
CVE-2026-43828 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). Default configurations of Apache Shiro send sensitive cookies in HTTPS session without 'Secure' attribute. This issue affects Apache Shiro from 1.0 to 2.1.0, and 3.0.0-alpha-1. Users are recommend...
How severe is CVE-2026-43828?
CVE-2026-43828 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-43828?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Shiro.