CVE-2026-52691 Apache Griffin Hive Metastore Module: SQL Injection Vulnerability in Hive Metastore Module
SQL injection in Apache Griffin Hive Metastore allows attackers to read or modify data; the project is retired with no official fix available.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-52691?
CVE-2026-52691 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Apache Griffin Hive Metastore Module, published on 4 Sep 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability in Apache Griffin Hive Metastore Module.
This issue affects Apache Griffin Hive Metastore Module: all versions.
As this project is retired, we do not plan to release a version that fixes this issue. Users are recommended to find an alternative or restrict access to the instance to trusted users.
NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-52691?
How do I fix CVE-2026-52691?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-52691 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.
Is CVE-2026-52691 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-52691 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5fmx-jr9j-qpgh.