CVE-2026-4035: A vulnerability in mlflow/mlflow versions prior to 3.11.0 allows for the resolution of environment variables i
CVE-2026-4035 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.7) affecting mlflow. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability in mlflow/mlflow versions prior to 3.11.0 allows for the resolution of environment variables in AI Gateway secrets, which can be exploited to exfiltrate sensitive server-side environment credentials to an attacker-controlled endpoint. This issue arises because the `api_key` field in gateway secrets can accept `$ENV_VAR` references, which are resolved against the MLflow server's environment during runtime. The resolved secrets are
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.7 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 56%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-201 |
| Published | 2026-06-03 |
| Last modified | 2026-08-14 |
Last updated 2026-08-14 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
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-2026-4035?
mlflow: upgrade to 3.11.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-4035 being exploited?
CVE-2026-4035 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-2026-4035 affect?
CVE-2026-4035 affects mlflow. Severity is high (CVSS 7.7). A vulnerability in mlflow/mlflow versions prior to 3.11.0 allows for the resolution of environment variables in AI Gateway secrets, which can be exploited to exfiltrate sensitive server-side environment credentials to an attacker-controlled
How urgent is CVE-2026-4035?
Priority 43/100. High severity; Public exploit reference
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