CVE-2026-79624
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Insufficient Session Expiration in Apache Answer

Publication date: 2026-10-19

Last updated on: 2026-10-19

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
Insufficient session expiration vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.2. Insufficient session invalidation allowed revoked users to continue accessing known private uploaded files with a stale visit token. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.3, which fixes the issue.

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Published
2026-10-19
Last Modified
2026-10-19
Generated
2026-10-19
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2026-10-19
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-79624
EUVD
EUVD-2026-104162

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Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer 0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-613 According to WASC, "Insufficient Session Expiration is when a web site permits an attacker to reuse old session credentials or session IDs for authorization."

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Executive Summary

This is an insufficient session expiration vulnerability in Apache Answer versions up to 2.0.2. It allows revoked users to continue accessing private uploaded files using a stale visit token even after their access was revoked.

Impact Analysis

If you are an Apache Answer user, revoked users could still access your private uploaded files, potentially exposing sensitive data. Upgrading to version 2.0.3 fixes this issue.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could potentially impact compliance with GDPR and HIPAA due to insufficient session expiration allowing unauthorized access to private files. Stale visit tokens may enable revoked users to retain access, violating data protection requirements for access control and user revocation.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade Apache Answer to version 2.0.3 or later to fix the insufficient session expiration issue.

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