CVE-2026-6657: CORS Origin Validation Bypass in jupyter-server
A vulnerability in jupyter-server versions 1.12.0 through 2.17.0 allows an attacker to bypass CORS origin validation when the alloworiginpat configuration is used. The issue arises from the use of re.match() for validating the Origin header, which only anchors at the start of the string. This allows attacker-controlled domains such as trusted.example.com.evil.com to pass validation against patterns intended to match trusted.example.com. The vulnerability affects multiple locations in the codebase, including CORS headers, WebSocket connections, referer validation, and login redirects, potentially enabling phishing attacks, arbitrary code execution, and unauthorized access to sensitive API responses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-6657?
The severity of CVE-2026-6657 is medium, with a score of 6.1.
How can I fix CVE-2026-6657?
To fix CVE-2026-6657, upgrade jupyter-server to a version newer than 2.17.0.
What is CVE-2026-6657?
CVE-2026-6657 is a vulnerability in jupyter-server that allows an attacker to bypass CORS origin validation due to improper handling of the `Origin` header.
Which versions of jupyter-server are affected by CVE-2026-6657?
CVE-2026-6657 affects jupyter-server versions 1.12.0 through 2.17.0.
What does CORS Origin Validation Bypass mean in the context of CVE-2026-6657?
CORS Origin Validation Bypass in CVE-2026-6657 means that an attacker can manipulate requests to bypass security checks on allowed origins.