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CVE-2026-79620

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Published 2026-10-19 · Last modified 2026-10-19

Exposure of sensitive information through data queries vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.2. An improper authorization check in the similar-question search allowed authenticated users to view metadata of non-public questions. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.3, which fixes the issue.

NO EXPLOITATION SIGNALS

No known exploitation, public exploit, or elevated probability at this time. Track for changes.

Exploitation likelihood

—EPSS not yet scored

○ In CISA KEV ○ Public exploit / PoC

Impact if exploited

—CVSS · not scored

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Proof of concept & exploit code

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Affected

Vendors Apache Software Foundation

Products Apache Answer

Weakness (CWE)

  • CWE-202: Exposure of sensitive information through data queries

CVSS vector

Not yet scored.

Sources: NVD · CVE.org · EPSS