https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q2/134: CVE-2025-54550: Apache Airflow: RCE by race condition in example_xcom dag

Published Apr 15, 2026
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Affected Software

1 affected component
pypi/apache-airflow<3.2.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54550?

The severity of CVE-2025-54550 is classified as low.

2

Which versions of Apache Airflow are affected by CVE-2025-54550?

CVE-2025-54550 affects Apache Airflow versions before 3.2.0.

3

How do I fix CVE-2025-54550?

To fix CVE-2025-54550, upgrade Apache Airflow to version 3.2.0 or later.

4

What exploitation method is associated with CVE-2025-54550?

CVE-2025-54550 can be exploited through a race condition in the example_xcom DAG.

5

What impact does CVE-2025-54550 have on Apache Airflow users?

CVE-2025-54550 allows UI users with access to modify XComs to exploit the application.

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