Apache Ranger Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in NashornScriptEngineCreator

Vulnerability

A remote code execution vulnerability has been identified in Apache Ranger versions through 2.7.0. This issue arises in the NashornScriptEngineCreator component, allowing for potentially malicious code to be executed remotely. Users are advised to upgrade to version 2.8.0, which addresses this vulnerability.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for remote code execution on the server where Apache Ranger is running.

Remediation

Users are recommended to upgrade to Apache Ranger version 2.8.0, which fixes this vulnerability.

Added: Mar 3, 2026, 11:20 AM
Updated: Mar 3, 2026, 3:25 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
2.6
impact
10.0
exploitability
7.0
remediation
7.7
relevance
3.4
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
4.2

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