CVE-2026-48589: Apache Shiro: Jakarta EE open redirect via untrusted Referer in post-login redirect flow

Published May 25, 2026
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Updated

Apache Shiro’s Jakarta EE module used the HTTP Referer header in certain cases to issue redirect after a user login. In affected versions, insufficient validation of this client-controlled value could allow an attacker to influence the redirect target in applications using the Jakarta EE module. This issue affects Apache Shiro from 2.0-alpha to 2.2.0, and 3.0.0-alpha-1, only when using shiro-jakarta-ee integration module.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apache Apache Shiro (shiro-jakarta-ee module)>=2.0-alpha<=2.2.0, =3.0.0-alpha-1
Apache Shiro>=2.0.0<2.2.1
Apache Shiro=3.0.0-alpha1

Event History

May 25, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:20 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-48589?

The severity of CVE-2026-48589 is rated as low, with a CVSS score of 4.0.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-48589?

To fix CVE-2026-48589, ensure proper validation of the HTTP Referer header in your application's post-login redirect flow.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-48589?

CVE-2026-48589 affects applications using the Apache Shiro Jakarta EE module that do not adequately validate the HTTP Referer header.

4

What is the risk posed by CVE-2026-48589?

CVE-2026-48589 allows an attacker to influence the redirect target post-login, potentially leading to phishing attacks or unauthorized access.

5

When was CVE-2026-48589 published?

CVE-2026-48589 was published on May 25, 2026.

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