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https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q4/205

https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q4/205: CVE-2026-79620: Apache Answer: Improper Authorization Allows Disclosuof Non-Public Question Metadata

Q: Who can exploit this issue?

An attacker must be an authenticated Apache Answer user. The issue allows such users to view metadata associated with non-public questions through similar-question search.

Q: Which deployments are affected?

Apache Answer versions through 2.0.2 are affected. The advisory does not identify any configuration prerequisite beyond having authenticated users able to use the similar-question search.

Q: What remediation is available?

Upgrade Apache Answer to version 2.0.3, which fixes the improper authorization check.

Published Oct 16, 2026

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Affected Software

1 affected component

Apache Answer<=2.0.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can exploit this issue?

An attacker must be an authenticated Apache Answer user. The issue allows such users to view metadata associated with non-public questions through similar-question search.

Which deployments are affected?

Apache Answer versions through 2.0.2 are affected. The advisory does not identify any configuration prerequisite beyond having authenticated users able to use the similar-question search.

What remediation is available?

Upgrade Apache Answer to version 2.0.3, which fixes the improper authorization check.

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