CVE-2026-45073 in Symfony Cache
Symfony Cache can build unsafe SQL when an untrusted cache prefix reaches PdoAdapter clear.
Quick answer
Symfony Cache should be reviewed and updated if it matches the affected versions. The recommended fix is to apply the vendor-supported patched version or the mitigation steps below, then retest the public website with Fixnx.
Who is affected
Affected versions
- symfony/cache <5.4.52, >=6.0.0 <6.4.40, >=7.0.0 <7.4.12, >=8.0.0 <8.0.12
Fixed versions
- symfony/cache 5.4.52, 6.4.40, 7.4.12, or 8.0.12
How to fix it
Update Symfony Cache. The old package can let unsafe input, requests, or tokens pass checks they should not pass.
- Update symfony/cache to symfony/cache 5.4.52, 6.4.40, 7.4.12, or 8.0.12 with Composer.
- Run the app test suite.
- Clear Symfony cache and redeploy.
- Check logs after release.
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Verify the fix
- Run composer show symfony/cache and confirm the fixed version is installed.
- Retest the affected XML, YAML, login, token, cache, or email path.
Related categories
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FAQ
What is affected by CVE-2026-45073?
Symfony Cache versions listed as affected should be reviewed: symfony/cache <5.4.52, >=6.0.0 <6.4.40, >=7.0.0 <7.4.12, >=8.0.0 <8.0.12.
What should I fix first?
Start with internet-facing sites, admin panels, login flows, plugins, themes, modules, packages, and systems that process user-controlled input or sensitive data.
How do I confirm the fix worked?
Apply the patched version or mitigation, clear caches where relevant, retest the affected workflow, and run a new Fixnx scan to verify public website exposure signals.
How are Fixnx security risk categories chosen?
Fixnx keeps one canonical risk page and assigns only broad, relevant categories such as ecosystem, technology area, or vulnerability class.