Apache Avro Java SDK Code Injection Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A code injection vulnerability has been identified in the Apache Avro Java SDK, specifically in versions through 1.11.4 and 1.12.0. This vulnerability arises from improper control of code generation when creating specific records from untrusted Avro schemas.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for code injection through the manipulation of untrusted Avro schemas, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution in the context of the application using the Avro Java SDK.

Remediation

Users are advised to upgrade to Apache Avro Java SDK versions 1.12.1 or 1.11.5, both of which address this vulnerability.

Added: Feb 13, 2026, 12:52 PM
Updated: Feb 13, 2026, 7:49 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
4.2
impact
2.5
exploitability
2.8
remediation
7.7
relevance
2.8
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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