CVE-2026-34486: Apache Tomcat: Fix for CVE-2026-29146 allowed bypass of EncryptInterceptor

Published Apr 9, 2026
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Updated

A vulnerability identified in NetIQ Advance Authentication that leaks sensitive server information. This issue affects NetIQ Advance Authentication version before 6.3.5.1

Other sources

Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data vulnerability in Apache Tomcat due to the fix for CVE-2026-29146 allowing the bypass of the EncryptInterceptor.

This issue affects Apache Tomcat: 11.0.20, 10.1.53, 9.0.116.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 11.0.21, 10.1.54 or 9.0.117, which fix the issue.

— Red Hat

Affected Software

5 affected components
Apache Tomcat=11.0.20, =10.1.53, =9.0.116
Apache Tomcat=9.0.116
Apache Tomcat=10.1.53
Apache Tomcat=11.0.20
IBM watsonx.data intelligence<=5.2.2, 5.3.0, 5.3.1, 5.3.1-patch-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade apache/tomcat to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11.0.21
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade apache/tomcat to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10.1.54
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade apache/tomcat to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 9.0.117
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade netiq/advance-authentication to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.3.5.1

Event History

Apr 9, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:35 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·08:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 24, 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-2026-34486?

CVE-2026-34486 is considered a significant vulnerability affecting Apache Tomcat versions 11.0.20, 10.1.53, and 9.0.116.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-34486?

To fix CVE-2026-34486, update Apache Tomcat to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which Apache Tomcat versions are affected by CVE-2026-34486?

CVE-2026-34486 affects Apache Tomcat versions 11.0.20, 10.1.53, and 9.0.116.

4

What does CVE-2026-34486 vulnerability involve?

CVE-2026-34486 involves a bypass of the EncryptInterceptor due to a fix that was implemented for CVE-2026-29146.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-34486 until a fix is applied?

Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2026-34486; applying the fix through an update is recommended.

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