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https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q4/203

https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q4/203: CVE-2026-76994: Apache Answer: Exposuof Hidden Question Metadata Through Public Answer Profiles

Q: Who can exploit this issue?

Unauthenticated attackers can exploit it; no login is required. The exposure occurs through public answer profiles.

Q: What information may be exposed?

Metadata associated with hidden questions may be disclosed. The available information does not specify which metadata fields are affected.

Q: Which deployments are affected, and what is the fix?

Apache Answer versions through 2.0.2 are affected. Upgrade to version 2.0.3 to fix the issue.

Published Oct 16, 2026

Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component

Apache Answer<=2.0.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can exploit this issue?

Unauthenticated attackers can exploit it; no login is required. The exposure occurs through public answer profiles.

What information may be exposed?

Metadata associated with hidden questions may be disclosed. The available information does not specify which metadata fields are affected.

Which deployments are affected, and what is the fix?

Apache Answer versions through 2.0.2 are affected. Upgrade to version 2.0.3 to fix the issue.

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