Apache Ranger externally-controlled input to select classes or code

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6.3$5k-$25k1.22

Summaryinfo

A vulnerability was found in Apache Ranger. It has been rated as critical. The affected element is an unknown function. Performing a manipulation results in use of externally-controlled input to select classes or code. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-44416. The attack can be initiated remotely. There is not any exploit available.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Apache Ranger (version unknown). This affects an unknown function. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a use of externally-controlled input to select classes or code vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-470. The product uses external input with reflection to select which classes or code to use, but it does not sufficiently prevent the input from selecting improper classes or code. This is going to have an impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2026-44416. The exploitability is told to be easy. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. Neither technical details nor an exploit are publicly available. The price for an exploit might be around USD $5k-$25k at the moment (estimation calculated on 08/09/2026).

There is no information about possible countermeasures known. It may be suggested to replace the affected object with an alternative product.

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VulDB Meta Base Score: 6.3
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 6.3

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VulDB Temp Score: 6.3
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Exploitinginfo

Class: Use of externally-controlled input to select classes or code
CWE: CWE-470
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Physical: No
Local: No
Remote: Yes

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: no mitigation known
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Timelineinfo

08/09/2026 Advisory disclosed
08/09/2026 +0 days VulDB entry created
08/09/2026 +0 days VulDB entry last update

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: apache.org

Status: Not defined

CVE: CVE-2026-44416 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2026-44416
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-387261

Entryinfo

Created: 08/09/2026 13:22
Changes: 08/09/2026 13:22 (46)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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