CVE-2026-90798 Details
Description
A missing circuit-breaker in the replicator in Apache CouchDB 3.5.2 and below on all platforms allows the owner of a replication source or target to cause a denial of service via creating an infinite HTTP redirect loop. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.5.3, which fixes this issue.
A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in Apache CouchDB versions 3.5.2 and earlier, across all platforms. The issue arises from a missing circuit-breaker in the replicator, which allows the owner of a replication source or target to create an infinite HTTP redirect loop. This vulnerability can cause significant disruption by overwhelming the server with repeated redirect requests.
Users are advised to upgrade to Apache CouchDB version 3.5.3, which addresses this vulnerability. Instructions for downloading this version are available on the Apache CouchDB website.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed Oct 20, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Oct 20, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/10/20/13 | CVE | AdvisoryMailing List |
| https://lists.apache.org/thread.html/pj83174r8f8f64odf47fwhozbfjtot0f | [email protected] | AdvisoryBundleMailing ListVendor |
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/m6d526fj57pvq5pswm2lp1shbdz3f417 | [email protected] | AdvisoryMailing ListRemedyVendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-834 | Excessive Iteration | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Apache CouchDB | <= 3.5.2 (semver) |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| Oct 20, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 20, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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