CVE-2016-0735: Apache Ranger Access Restriction Bypass in org.apache.ranger:ranger
Summary
CVE-2016-0735: Apache Ranger Access Restriction Bypass. Affects org.apache.ranger:ranger versions >= 0.5.0, < 0.5.2. Fixed in 0.5.2. How to fix ↓
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Background
Apache Ranger is an open-source security framework that provides centralized security administration for Hadoop components. It allows administrators to define and manage fine-grained access policies for various resources in the Hadoop ecosystem. The Apache Ranger package, specifically version 0.5.x before 0.5.2, is vulnerable to an access restriction bypass.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in Apache Ranger 0.5.x before 0.5.2 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended parent resource-level access restrictions. This bypass is possible due to the mishandling of a resource-level exclude policy. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can gain unauthorized access to resources that should be restricted. The impact of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized data access, privilege escalation, and potential data breaches.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 2.9.0 as of 23 Oct 2026
Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
0.5.2
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to apply the recommended fix by upgrading to Apache Ranger version 0.5.2 or later.
Conclusion
The Apache Ranger package, specifically version 0.5.x before 0.5.2, is vulnerable to an access restriction bypass. This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized data access, privilege escalation, and potential data breaches. To mitigate the risk, it is crucial to upgrade to Apache Ranger version 0.5.2 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Apache Ranger is an open-source security framework that provides centralized security administration for Hadoop components.
The vulnerability allows remote authenticated users to bypass resource-level access restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, privilege escalation, and data breaches.
To fix this vulnerability, upgrade the Apache Ranger package to version 0.5.2 or later.
No, there is no known workaround for this vulnerability. Upgrading to the fixed version is necessary.
For more information about this vulnerability, you can refer to the CVE-2016-0735 advisory and the Apache Ranger documentation.
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