CVE-2026-89281 (GCVE-0-2026-89281)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2026-09-22 19:17 – Updated: 2026-09-23 12:32
VLAI
EPSS
VEX
Title
CVE-2026-89281
Summary
The Apache Lounge Windows distribution of Apache HTTP Server build contains a hardcoded configuration path vulnerability within openssl.cnf path that can allow local code execution.
Severity
8.4 (High)
SSVC
Exploitation: none
Automatable: no
Technical Impact: total
CISA Coordinator · CISA-ADP (v2.0.3)
Decision recorded 2026-09-23 12:32 UTC
CWE
- CWE-732 Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource
- CWE-732 - Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource
Assigner
References
Impacted products
1 product
| Vendor | Product | Version | CPE status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apache HTTP Server Project | Apache Lounge Windows |
Affected:
0 , < Apache 2.4.68-260920 Win64
(custom)
|
guessed |
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