Vulnerability Description
OS command injection in the browser-based authentication component in Amazon Athena ODBC driver before 2.0.5.1 on Linux might allow a threat actor to execute arbitrary code by using specially crafted connection parameters that are loaded by the driver during a local user-initiated connection. To remediate this issue, users should upgrade to version 2.0.5.1 or later.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Athena Odbc | < 2.0.5.1 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://aws.amazon.com/security/security-bulletins/2026-013-aws/Vendor Advisory
- https://docs.aws.amazon.com/athena/latest/ug/odbc-v2-driver-release-notes.htmlRelease Notes
- https://downloads.athena.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/drivers/ODBC/v2.1.0.0/Linux/AmaPatchProduct
- https://downloads.athena.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/drivers/ODBC/v2.1.0.0/Mac/IntelPatchProduct
- https://downloads.athena.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/drivers/ODBC/v2.1.0.0/Mac/arm/APatchProduct
- https://downloads.athena.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/drivers/ODBC/v2.1.0.0/Windows/APatchProduct
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-5485?
CVE-2026-5485 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). OS command injection in the browser-based authentication component in Amazon Athena ODBC driver before 2.0.5.1 on Linux might allow a threat actor to execute arbitrary code by using specially crafted ...
How severe is CVE-2026-5485?
CVE-2026-5485 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-5485?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Amazon Athena Odbc, Linux Linux Kernel.