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CVE-2026-31986 Apache Software Foundation CVE debrief

Apache OFBiz contains a use of hard-coded cryptographic key vulnerability (CWE-321) in versions prior to 24.09.06. The vulnerability carries a CVSS 3.1 score of 9.1 (Critical), with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no required privileges, and no user interaction needed. Successful exploitation could result in high impact to confidentiality and integrity. Apache released version 24.09.06 on May 19, 2026 to address this issue. The vulnerability was disclosed through official Apache security channels and the NVD. No known exploitation in ransomware campaigns has been reported.

Vendor
Apache Software Foundation
Product
Apache OFBiz
CVSS
CRITICAL 9.1
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-05-19
Original CVE updated
2026-05-19
Advisory published
2026-05-19
Advisory updated
2026-05-19

Who should care

Organizations running Apache OFBiz ERP/CRM systems, particularly those processing sensitive business data, financial transactions, or customer information. Security teams responsible for Java-based enterprise application security and cryptographic implementations.

Technical summary

Apache OFBiz versions prior to 24.09.06 embed hard-coded cryptographic keys (CWE-321), enabling attackers with network access to potentially decrypt sensitive data or forge cryptographic tokens without authentication. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity and no required privileges. The fix in 24.09.06 replaces hard-coded keys with properly configurable key management.

Defensive priority

critical

Recommended defensive actions

  • Upgrade Apache OFBiz to version 24.09.06 or later immediately
  • Review cryptographic key management practices in OFBiz deployments
  • Audit access logs for suspicious activity targeting OFBiz instances prior to patching
  • Verify integrity of cryptographic operations after upgrade
  • Subscribe to Apache OFBiz security announcements for future updates

Evidence notes

CVE published 2026-05-19T10:16:24.143Z; modified 2026-05-19T19:16:48.527Z. Vendor advisory issued via Apache security mailing list. CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N. CPE: cpe:2.3:a:apache:ofbiz:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions before 24.09.06.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-31986 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-31986

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-31986 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-31986

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.