CVE-2026-66756 Details
Description
Improper Protection of Alternate Path vulnerability in Apache Tika. This issue affects Apache Tika: from 4.0.0-alpha-1 before 4.0.0-beta-1. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 4.0.0-beta-1, which fixes the issue.
A vulnerability has been identified in Apache Tika, specifically in the Tika Server component, versions 4.0.0-alpha-1 prior to 4.0.0-beta-1. This issue involves improper protection of alternate paths, allowing the unpack endpoint to be configured with unsecure features disabled, potentially leading to security risks.
Users are advised to upgrade to Apache Tika version 4.0.0-beta-1, which addresses this vulnerability.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jul 30, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/07/30/24 | CVE | Mailing ListThird Party Advisory |
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/ynjg5lxwhqpc83pczf5y5561o2l4o568 | [email protected] | Mailing ListVendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-424 | Improper Protection of Alternate Path | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apache tika | 4.0.0 alpha1 4.0.0 beta1-rc1 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jul 30, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
| Jul 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jul 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | CVE |