CVSS v3
7.2
HIGH
EPSS Score
0.9 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-28
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A vulnerability exists in the configuration processing logic of the affected component where malformed input is improperly processed. An authenticated remote attacker with administrative privileges could exploit this vulnerability by providing specially crafted configuration data. Successful exploitation could result in a stack-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to remote code execution with root privileges or a denial of service due to a system crash.
Technical details
- Published
- 2026-09-15
- Last Modified
- 2026-09-16
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2026-76689?
A vulnerability exists in the configuration processing logic of the affected component where malformed input is improperly processed. An authenticated remote attacker with administrative privileges could exploit this vulnerability by providing specially crafted configuration data. Successful exploitation could result in a stack-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to remote code execution with root privileges or a denial of service due to a system crash.
Is CVE-2026-76689 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2026-76689 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 0.9% on 2026-09-28, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-76689?
CVE-2026-76689 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.2 (HIGH severity).
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