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CVE-2026-101296: Apache Tomcat: JNDIRealm bind credential validation fails open for non-GSSAPI SASL mechanisms

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CVE-2026-101296: Apache Tomcat: JNDIRealm bind credential validation fails open for non-GSSAPI SASL mechanisms

Apache Tomcat versions 7 through 11 contain an authentication bypass vulnerability in the JNDI realm when configured with non-GSSAPI SASL mechanisms. The vulnerability stems from a missing validation step that allows attackers to authenticate without proper credential verification. The flaw affects multiple active and legacy versions of the application server.

Why it matters: Organizations running Tomcat with JNDI realm and non-GSSAPI SASL authentication face immediate authentication bypass risk and should verify their configurations and apply available patches.

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CVE-2026-101296: Apache Tomcat: JNDIRealm bind credential validation fails open for non-GSSAPI SASL mechanisms

Apache Tomcat versions 7.0.0 through 11.0.26 contain a vulnerability in the JNDI realm authentication mechanism where a missing validation step allows credential checks to fail open when using non-GSSAPI SASL mechanisms. An attacker could bypass authentication by exploiting this flaw in affected deployments.

Why it matters: Organizations running Tomcat with JNDI realm and non-GSSAPI SASL mechanisms are exposed to authentication bypass; patching or disabling the vulnerable configuration is required to prevent unauthorized access.

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