CVE-2026-42031
HighExploitedCKAN has Unauthenticated SQL Injection and Authorization Bypass in datastore_search_sql
Published Apr 29, 2026 · Updated Aug 12, 2026 · Also known as GHSA-h7j7-3rx6-xvcg, PYSEC-2026-2417
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-42031 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.3 v4) affecting Ckan (Okfn).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Sep 10, 2026. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 2.2% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Ckan 2.10.10, Ckan 2.11.5.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v4
8.3
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
2.2%
Higher than 82.1% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
CKAN is an open-source DMS (data management system) for powering data hubs and data portals. Prior to 2.10.10 and 2.11.5, a vulnerability in datastore_search_sql allowed attackers to inject SQL in order to gain access to private resources and PostgreSQL system information This vulnerability is fixed in 2.10.10 and 2.11.5.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Sep 10, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Sep 10, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| CkanOkfn | >= >= 2.11.0, < 2.11.5 | 2.10.10 |
Patched Releases
Ckan
2.10.10, 2.11.5
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Apr 29, 2026
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
Added to Industry KEV feed
Sep 10, 2026
Added to CIRCL KEV
Sep 10, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
- CWE-863 Incorrect Authorization
References
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2026/42xxx/CVE-2026-42031.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-42031
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- articlehttps://docs.ckan.org/en/2.10/changelog.html#v-2-10-10-2026-04-29
FAQ
Common Questions.
CKAN is an open-source DMS (data management system) for powering data hubs and data portals.
Affected: Ckan (Okfn) versions >= >= 2.11.0, < 2.11.5. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Sep 10, 2026.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Ckan 2.10.10, Ckan 2.11.5.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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