Vulnerability Description
Remote Code Execution via Arbitrary Class Instantiation in plugin-schema-registry component in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Ranger | < 2.9.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/2gqssqhwkzbpd8jx8q6986cwldr7qkdnMailing ListVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/08/09/6Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-44416?
CVE-2026-44416 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Remote Code Execution via Arbitrary Class Instantiation in plugin-schema-registry component in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.
How severe is CVE-2026-44416?
CVE-2026-44416 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-44416?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Ranger.