CVE-2026-25854: Apache Tomcat: Occasionally open redirect

Published Apr 9, 2026
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Updated

Occasional URL redirection to untrusted Site ('Open Redirect') vulnerability in Apache Tomcat via the LoadBalancerDrainingValve.

This issue affects Apache Tomcat: from 11.0.0-M1 through 11.0.18, from 10.1.0-M1 through 10.1.52, from 9.0.0.M23 through 9.0.115, from 8.5.30 through 8.5.100. Other, unsupported versions may also be affected

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 11.0.20, 10.1.53 or 9.0.116, which fix the issue.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Apache Tomcat>=11.0.0-M1<=11.0.18, >=10.1.0-M1<=10.1.52, >=9.0.0.M23<=9.0.115, >=8.5.30<=8.5.100
Apache Tomcat>=9.0.1<9.0.116
Apache Tomcat>=10.1.0<10.1.53
Apache Tomcat>=11.0.0<11.0.20
Apache Tomcat=9.0.0-milestone23
Apache Tomcat=9.0.0-milestone24
Apache Tomcat=9.0.0-milestone25
Apache Tomcat=9.0.0-milestone26
Apache Tomcat=9.0.0-milestone27
IBM API Connect V12 OnPrem<=All

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.0.20
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.1.53
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 9.0.116

Event History

Apr 9, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:13 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·08:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 7, 2026
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-25854?

CVE-2026-25854 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for open redirects to untrusted sites.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-25854?

To fix CVE-2026-25854, upgrade Apache Tomcat to version 11.0.20, 10.1.53, or 9.0.116 or later.

3

What versions of Apache Tomcat are affected by CVE-2026-25854?

CVE-2026-25854 affects Apache Tomcat versions from 11.0.0-M1 through 11.0.18, 10.1.0-M1 through 10.1.52, and 9.0.0.M23 through 9.0.115.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-25854?

CVE-2026-25854 is an open redirect vulnerability that allows for occasional redirection to untrusted sites.

5

Is CVE-2026-25854 a remote exploit?

Yes, CVE-2026-25854 can potentially be exploited remotely due to its nature of allowing untrusted URL redirection.

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