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CVE-2026-71563

Apache Answer: MCP Answer Retrieval Exposes Content from Non-Public Questions

Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer
Open in ThreatlineRecord JSON
CVSS
4.3Medium
ExploitationNo known exploitationNot in CISA KEV, which does not prove it is unexploitedCISA KEV
Exploit odds (EPSS)0.22%Chance of exploitation activity in the next 30 days, higher than 12% of CVEs. Scored 23 Oct 2026FIRST EPSS
Fixed inNone listedNo source names a fixed version. Check the vendor advisory below
Published19 Oct 2026Updated 20 Oct 2026CVE List

What fixes it

No source in this snapshot names a fixed version. The vendor advisories under References are the place to check.

Description

Missing Authorization vulnerability in Apache Answer.

This issue affects Apache Answer: through 2.0.2.

An authorization flaw in the MCP answer retrieval tool allows holders of a global API key to access answer content associated with hidden, deleted, or pending-review questions.

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

Text from CVE List

Affected versions 1

  • Apache Answeraffected: all versions through 2.0.2CVE List

References 1