CVE-2026-42537
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Remote Code Execution in Apache Ranger via JDBC URL Injection

Publication date: 2026-08-10

Last updated on: 2026-08-10

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
Remote Code Execution via JDBC URL Injection in Apache Ranger <= 2.8.0 Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.9.0, which fixes this issue.

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Published
2026-08-10
Last Modified
2026-08-10
Generated
2026-08-10
AI Q&A
2026-08-10
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-42537
EUVD
EUVD-2026-55251

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
apache ranger to 2.8.0 (inc)
apache ranger 2.9.0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-94 The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.
CWE-20 The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.

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Executive Summary

CVE-2026-42537 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Apache Ranger versions up to 2.8.0. It allows attackers to inject malicious JDBC URLs, enabling arbitrary code execution on affected systems.

Detection Guidance

Detection involves checking Apache Ranger versions and inspecting JDBC URL configurations for suspicious inputs. Verify installed versions with commands like 'ranger-admin version' or 'rpm -qa | grep ranger'. Monitor logs for unusual JDBC URL patterns or remote code execution attempts in application logs.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow attackers to take control of your Apache Ranger instance, execute unauthorized commands, or access sensitive data. Upgrading to version 2.9.0 or later is recommended to prevent exploitation.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized remote code execution, potentially exposing sensitive data. This may violate compliance requirements under GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data security) if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade Apache Ranger to version 2.9.0 or later to address the JDBC URL injection vulnerability.

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