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CVE-2026-68482: Apache Answer: Improper Authorization in Question Invite User Lookup


From: Enxin Xie <linkinstar () apache org>
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 2026 03:33:51 +0000

Severity: low 

Affected versions:

- Apache Answer through 2.0.2

Description:

Missing Authorization vulnerability in Apache Answer.



This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.2.

An unauthenticated or unauthorized user can retrieve the invited-user list associated with a non-public question due to 
missing visibility authorization checks.


Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.3, which fixes the issue.

Credit:

Yash Shendge (reporter)

References:

https://answer.apache.org
https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-68482


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