CVE-2026-79624 Details
Description
Insufficient session expiration vulnerability in Apache Answer. This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.2. Insufficient session invalidation allowed revoked users to continue accessing known private uploaded files with a stale visit token. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.3, which fixes the issue.
A vulnerability exists in Apache Answer versions through 2.0.2, where insufficient session invalidation allowed revoked users to continue accessing private uploaded files using an expired visit token. This issue arises from inadequate session expiration mechanisms, which failed to properly invalidate access for users whose sessions had been revoked.
Users are advised to upgrade to Apache Answer version 2.0.3, which addresses this vulnerability.
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Volerion
Assessed Oct 19, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Nov 3, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/10/16/31 | CVE | AdvisoryMailing ListRemedy |
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/lpwc1hpnt3fkfwkh00v5j0dvpzqmnoqk | [email protected] | AdvisoryMailing ListRemedyVendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-613 | Insufficient Session Expiration | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Apache Answer | <= 2.0.2 (semver) |
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 19, 2026 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| Oct 19, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |