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High [CVE-2026-75020] Apache APISIX: ldap-auth plugin cross-subtree identity impersonation

This high-severity Apache Software Foundation advisory covers CVE-2026-75020 affecting Apache APISIX.

CVE-2026-75020 Published Aug 27, 2026Updated by vendor Aug 27, 2026

CVE-2026-75020

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Summary

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an LDAP Query ('LDAP Injection') vulnerability in Apache APISIX.

A caller who holds valid credentials for one entry in the LDAP directory can authenticate through APISIX as a consumer mapped to a different entry, one the plugin's configured scope was meant to keep out of reach.

This issue affects Apache APISIX: from 2.11.0 through 3.17.0.

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.18.0, which fixes the issue.

Affected versions

Apache APISIX 2.11.0 through 3.17.0

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Fixed versions

3.18.0

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Mitigation checklist

Recommended fix / mitigation

Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.18.0, which fixes the issue.

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