CVE-2026-1966: YugabyteDB Anywhere displays LDAP bind passwords configured via gflags in cleartext within the web UI

Routine

LOW 2.4

CVE-2026-1966 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 2.4) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

YugabyteDB Anywhere displays LDAP bind passwords configured via gflags in cleartext within the web UI. An authenticated user with access to the configuration view could obtain LDAP credentials, potentially enabling unauthorized access to external directory services.

Why this priority

No elevated risk signals yet

No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.

Risk facts

CVSS score	2.4 (Low)
Attack vector	Physical
Attack complexity	High
Privileges needed	High
User interaction	Active
EPSS exploit chance	0.2% (top 92%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-522
Published	2026-02-05
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Yugabyte, Inc.

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Timeline

2026-02-05 12:16 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 10:16 UTCUpdated Record last modified

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-1966?

No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.

Is CVE-2026-1966 being exploited?

CVE-2026-1966 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-1966 affect?

CVE-2026-1966 affects affected software. Severity is low (CVSS 2.4). YugabyteDB Anywhere displays LDAP bind passwords configured via gflags in cleartext within the web UI. An authenticated user with access to the configuration view could obtain LDAP credentials, potentially enabling unauthorized access to ex

How urgent is CVE-2026-1966?

Priority 10/100. No elevated risk signals yet.

References

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