Apache Answer: Improper Authorization Allows Disclosure of Non-Public Question Metadata
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CVE-2026-79620 in Apache Answer involves sensitive information exposure through data queries. This issue affects Apache Answer through version 2.0.2 [S0, S1]. An improper authorization check in the similar-question search allows authenticated users to view metadata of non-public questions [S0, S1].
Unauthorized or authenticated individuals gaining access to sensitive question metadata can lead to confidentiality breaches and unauthorized information disclosure [S0, S1].
What should be done?
- Upgrade to version 2.0.3 or later as recommended [S0, S1]
- Follow vendor advisories
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CVE-2026-79620, Apache Answer sürümlerini 2.0.2 dahil olmak üzere etkilemektedir.
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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.
CWE: CWE-202
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The following products are affected by CVE-2026-79620 vulnerability. Where our threat engine knows the exact affected versions, they are listed below.
| ID | VENDOR | PRODUCT | ACTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apache Software Foundation | Apache Answer | View |
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