CVE-2026-45434
Improper Authentication in Apache OFBiz Leading to RCE
Publication date: 2026-05-19
Last updated on: 2026-05-20
Assigner: Apache Software Foundation
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apache | ofbiz | to 24.09.06 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-287 | When an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct. |
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How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The vulnerability is an Improper Authentication flaw in Apache OFBiz that can lead to remote code execution, which poses a significant security risk.
Such a vulnerability could potentially impact compliance with standards like GDPR and HIPAA because it threatens the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data.
However, the provided information does not explicitly describe the direct effects on compliance with these regulations.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an Improper Authentication flaw in Apache OFBiz related to its password-change logic. It allows an attacker to potentially execute remote code by exploiting the way password changes are handled.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to remote code execution, which means an attacker could run arbitrary code on the affected system. This could compromise the security and integrity of your system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or system disruption.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Users are recommended to upgrade Apache OFBiz to version 24.09.06, which fixes the improper authentication vulnerability.