CVE-2026-44052: LDAP simple-bind password exposure in log output
Published May 21, 2026
·Updated
Netatalk 2.1.0 through 4.4.2 inserts LDAP simple-bind passwords into log output in cleartext, which allows an attacker with access to the log files to obtain LDAP credentials.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Netatalk Netatalk>=2.1.0<=4.4.2
Event History
May 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:34 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:34 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-44052?
The severity of CVE-2026-44052 is classified as high, with a score of 7.5.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-44052?
To fix CVE-2026-44052, you should upgrade Netatalk to version 4.4.3 or later.
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What does CVE-2026-44052 exploit?
CVE-2026-44052 exploits the exposure of LDAP simple-bind passwords in log output.
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What impact does CVE-2026-44052 have on security?
CVE-2026-44052 poses a risk of credential exposure since LDAP passwords are logged in cleartext.
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Which versions of Netatalk are affected by CVE-2026-44052?
Netatalk versions from 2.1.0 through 4.4.2 are affected by CVE-2026-44052.