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7.8

Apache NiFi may let attackers bypass encryption

published 4 days ago
Summary

The Apache NiFi software includes an older version of the Bouncy Castle library that can be tricked into failing to protect data. This could allow a malicious user to read or alter information that should be confidential. Update NiFi to a version that ships a newer, fixed Bouncy Castle release or apply the recommended security patch.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart apache-nifi to version 2.9.0-r6.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart apache-nifi < 2.9.0-r6
Fix: upgrade to 2.9.0-r6
Original advisory text
In Bouncy Castle for Java before 1
Security vulnerability affects the apache-nifi package. In Bouncy Castle for Java before 1.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.8 High
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
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