CVE-2026-45205 Details
Description
Uncontrolled Recursion vulnerability in Apache Commons. When processing an untrusted configuration file, Commons Configuration will throw a StackOverflowError for YAML input with cycles. This issue affects Apache Commons: from 2.2 before 2.15.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.15.0, which fixes the issue.
A vulnerability allowing uncontrolled recursion has been identified in Apache Commons Configuration versions 2.2 prior to 2.15.0. When processing untrusted YAML configuration files that contain cycles, the library can enter an infinite loop, leading to a StackOverflowError. This issue arises from the inability to detect and manage processing cycles in the YAML input.
Users are advised to upgrade to Apache Commons Configuration version 2.15.0 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed May 14, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/14/5 | CVE | Mailing ListThird Party Advisory |
| https://github.com/apache/commons-configuration/pull/634 | [email protected] | Issue TrackingPatch |
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/q3q3j10ohcqhs6o0rg1v7kz6kk27vtkk | [email protected] | Mailing ListVendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-674 | Uncontrolled Recursion | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apache commons configuration | >= 2.2, < 2.15.0 |
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Change History
6 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 15, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 14, 2026 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| May 14, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 14, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |