Apache APISIX: ldap-auth plugin cross-subtree identity impersonation (CVE-2026-75020) | HOL Guard CVE

Unknown severity · Source severity not reportedCVE-2026-75020

Apache APISIX: ldap-auth plugin cross-subtree identity impersonation

Answer in brief

CVE-2026-75020 records a Unknown severity vulnerability in Apache APISIX: ldap-auth plugin cross-subtree identity impersonation. The current sources do not mark it as known exploited. The current feed maps Apache Software Foundation/Apache APISIX (generic). Check affected ranges and fixed versions before updating.

Analysis pending evidence review

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Published Aug 27, 2026Updated Aug 27, 2026Source checked Aug 27, 2026First seen by HOL Aug 27, 2026Material review Aug 27, 2026

Upstream Advisory

Key facts

Risk: Unknown severitySource severity not reported
Exploitation: Not marked as known exploited
Affected software: 1 mapped package or product
Fix availability: Not reported

Why this deserves its current priority

A CVSS score is not reported in the current record. The current sources do not mark it as known exploited. Treat this as a source-backed prioritization signal, not a statement about your environment.

Analysis status

Analysis pending evidence review

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Affected scope and exposure questions

The current feed maps Apache Software Foundation/Apache APISIX (generic). Check affected ranges and fixed versions before updating.

Mapped affected packages and fixed versions
Package	Affected range	Fixed version
Apache Software Foundation/Apache APISIXgeneric	2.11.0	Not reported

Recommended response

Check inventory. Check lockfiles and deployed manifests for Apache Software Foundation/Apache APISIX.
Review the reported fix. Monitor this advisory for an available fix and review any installs of the affected package.

Evidence timeline and material changes

Published upstream
Aug 27, 2026
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Source modified
Aug 27, 2026
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First seen by HOL
Aug 27, 2026

Sources and claim methodology

Source referencelists.apache.org

Upstream source description

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an LDAP Query ('LDAP Injection') vulnerability in Apache APISIX. A caller who holds valid credentials for one entry in the LDAP directory can authenticate through APISIX as a consumer mapped to a different entry, one the plugin's configured scope was meant to keep out of reach. This issue affects Apache APISIX: from 2.11.0 through 3.17.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.18.0, which fixes the issue.

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