securityonline.info 6/2/2026, 2:11:50 PM · external

ActiveMQ bugs let attackers run code and bypass defences

ActiveMQ bugs let attackers run code and bypass defences
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RECENT vulnerabilities have been detected in the ActiveMQ messaging system, which could allow for complete remote compromise. Key vulnerabilities include:

1. **Remote Code Execution (RCE)**: Exploitable by attackers leveraging a flawed Jolokia bridge that allows exec operations on ActiveMQ MBeans (CVE-2026-42588).

2. **Bypass of Security Measures**: A related vulnerability (CVE-2026-45505) permits attackers to bypass previous security adjustments and load malicious configurations.

3. **Input Validation Flaw**: An input validation issue (CVE-2026-42253) can enable attackers to perform cross-site scripting attacks.

4. **Permission Weakness**: Misconfigurations result in low-privilege accounts retaining access to critical administrative functions (CVE-2026-49157).

Administrators are advised to update to the latest software versions (5.19.7 or 6.2.6) to mitigate these vulnerabilities, as these updates disable the vulnerable servlet by default.

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