CVE-2026-75005 — HIGH (7.5)

Vulnerability Description

Inefficient Algorithmic Complexity vulnerability in Apache APISIX. A single small request can pin a gateway worker at 100% CPU for an extended period in graphql-limit-count routes. This issue affects Apache APISIX: 3.17.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.18.0, which fixes the issue.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Apisix	3.17.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-407

References

https://lists.apache.org/thread/wfs7c9l8sokrh9hzv84lno12nx2zxpjkMailing ListVendor Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/08/26/13Mailing ListThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-75005?

CVE-2026-75005 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Inefficient Algorithmic Complexity vulnerability in Apache APISIX. A single small request can pin a gateway worker at 100% CPU for an extended period in graphql-limit-count routes. This issue af...

How severe is CVE-2026-75005?

CVE-2026-75005 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-75005?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Apisix.