CVE-2026-49872: Apache APISIX: Improper authentication in cas-auth plugin

Published Jun 19, 2026
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Updated

Improper Authentication vulnerability in Apache APISIX.

When the cas-auth plugin is used in a route, an attacker can possibly authenticate itself with credentials from a different source. This issue affects Apache APISIX: from 3.0.0 through 3.16.0.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.17.0, which fixes the issue.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Apache APISIX>=3.0.0<=3.16.0
Apache APISIX>=3.0.0<3.17.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Apache APISIX to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.17.0

Event History

Jun 19, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:19 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-49872?

CVE-2026-49872 has a medium severity rating of 5.3 on the CVSS scale.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-49872?

To fix CVE-2026-49872, users should upgrade Apache APISIX to version 3.17.0 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-49872?

CVE-2026-49872 affects Apache APISIX versions from 3.0.0 through 3.16.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-49872?

CVE-2026-49872 is an improper authentication vulnerability in the cas-auth plugin of Apache APISIX.

5

What could exploit CVE-2026-49872?

An attacker could exploit CVE-2026-49872 to authenticate with credentials from a different source when using the cas-auth plugin.

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