CVE-2026-68079: Apache CXF: DefaultEncryptingCodeDataProvider allows unlimited authorization code replay

Severity: critical (CVSS 9.8 v3.1)
Exploited in the wild: not listed in CISA KEV
EPSS: 0.7% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days
Public exploit or detection template: none known
Published: 2026-08-06 · updated 2026-10-24
Weakness: CWE-294

Description

In Apache CXF's DefaultEncryptingCodeDataProvider, a captured authorization code can be redeemed an unlimited number of times due to a flaw in the implementation of the removeCodeGrant functionality. This violates the RFC requirement that "The authorization code MUST NOT be used more than once." Users are recommended to upgrade to versions 4.2.3 or 4.1.8 or 3.6.12, which fix this issue.

Affected products

Apache Software Foundation Apache CXF: before 3.6.12; from 4.0.0 before 4.1.8; from 4.2.0 before 4.2.3 — fixed in 3.6.12, 4.1.8, 4.2.3

How to fix

Upgrade to a fixed version: Apache Software Foundation Apache CXF 3.6.12, 4.1.8, 4.2.3. Check the vendor advisory for mitigations.

References

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