CVE-2026-68524: An unauthenticated attacker can exploit temporary-file handling, access an open file descriptor, and inject a

Q: How do I fix CVE-2026-68524?

apache ofbiz: upgrade to 24.09.08. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2026-68524 being exploited?

CVE-2026-68524 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2026-68524 affect?

CVE-2026-68524 affects apache ofbiz. Severity is high (CVSS n/a). An unauthenticated attacker can exploit temporary-file handling, access an open file descriptor, and inject a "file:" URI to cause OFBiz to load an attacker-controlled Screen definition. This issue affects Apache OFBiz: before 24.09.08.

Q: How urgent is CVE-2026-68524?

Priority 5/100. On your watchlist

Routine

HIGH n/aWATCHLISTUPGRADE

CVE-2026-68524 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS n/a) affecting apache ofbiz. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

An unauthenticated attacker can exploit temporary-file handling, access an open file descriptor, and inject a "file:" URI to cause OFBiz to load an attacker-controlled Screen definition. This issue affects Apache OFBiz: before 24.09.08. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 24.09.08, which fixes the issue.

Why this priority

On your watchlist

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	n/a (High)
EPSS exploit chance	n/a
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-94
Published	2026-11-05
Last modified	2026-11-05

Publisher (CNA): apache · Vendor: apache software foundation · Source: CVE Program record (NVD analysis pending)

Last updated 2026-11-05 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-11-05 14:11 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-11-05 14:11 UTCUpdated Record last modified

apache software foundation apache ofbiz UPGRADE

Affected: < 24.09.08

Fixed in: 24.09.08

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy apache-ofbiz || rpm -q apache-ofbiz || apache-ofbiz --version

2. UPGRADE to 24.09.08 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade apache-ofbiz

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade apache-ofbiz

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

Advisories and coverage

Research and news

oss-security list: Apache OFBiz: CVE Announcements 2026-11-04

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
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-2026-68524?

apache ofbiz: upgrade to 24.09.08. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-68524 being exploited?

CVE-2026-68524 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-2026-68524 affect?

CVE-2026-68524 affects apache ofbiz. Severity is high (CVSS n/a). An unauthenticated attacker can exploit temporary-file handling, access an open file descriptor, and inject a "file:" URI to cause OFBiz to load an attacker-controlled Screen definition. This issue affects Apache OFBiz: before 24.09.08.

How urgent is CVE-2026-68524?

Priority 5/100. On your watchlist

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