CVE-2026-41852
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Spring Expression Language Method Invocation Flaw

Publication date: 2026-06-09

Last updated on: 2026-06-09

Assigner: VMware

Description
A vulnerability in Spring Expression Language (SpEL) evaluation logic allows for arbitrary zero-argument method invocation, even within restricted or read-only contexts, which may allow an attacker to invoke unintended application logic. Affected versions: Spring Framework 7.0.0 through 7.0.7; 6.2.0 through 6.2.18; 6.1.0 through 6.1.27; 5.3.0 through 5.3.48.
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Published
2026-06-09
Last Modified
2026-06-09
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2026-06-09
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2026-06-09
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NVD
CVE-2026-41852
EUVD
EUVD-2026-35340
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Vendor Product Version / Range
pivotal_software spring_framework From 5.3.0 (inc) to 5.3.48 (inc)
pivotal_software spring_framework From 6.1.0 (inc) to 6.1.27 (inc)
pivotal_software spring_framework From 6.2.0 (inc) to 6.2.18 (inc)
pivotal_software spring_framework From 7.0.0 (inc) to 7.0.7 (inc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-863 The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check.
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Executive Summary

CVE-2026-41852 is a vulnerability in the Spring Framework's Spring Expression Language (SpEL) evaluation logic. It allows an attacker to invoke arbitrary zero-argument methods even in contexts that are supposed to be restricted or read-only.

This means that if an application accepts and evaluates SpEL expressions from untrusted or user-controlled sources, an attacker could exploit this flaw to execute unintended application logic.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can allow an attacker to invoke unintended application logic by exploiting the ability to call arbitrary zero-argument methods through SpEL expressions.

This could lead to unexpected behavior in the application, potentially compromising its integrity or availability, especially if the application evaluates untrusted SpEL expressions.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate CVE-2026-41852, you should upgrade your Spring Framework to the fixed versions.

  • Upgrade to Spring Framework 7.0.8 (OSS) or 7.0.7.1 (Commercial) for 7.0.x versions.
  • Upgrade to Spring Framework 6.2.19 (OSS) or 6.2.18.1 (Commercial) for 6.2.x versions.
  • Upgrade to Spring Framework 6.1.28 (Commercial) for 6.1.x versions.
  • Upgrade to Spring Framework 5.3.49 (Commercial) for 5.3.x versions.

No additional mitigation steps are required beyond upgrading.

Compliance Impact

The provided information does not specify how this vulnerability impacts compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.

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