Vulnerability Description
Zebra before 6.1.0 contains an inefficient algorithmic complexity vulnerability in remaining_transaction_value that clones the entire block-level spent-UTXO map per transaction during contextual verification. Attackers can mine or seed the mempool with roughly 26,000 minimal single-input transactions in one block, stalling every validating node for over 52 seconds.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/ZcashFoundation/zebra/security/advisories/GHSA-4g24-549m-hp75
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/zebra-before-6.1.0-quadratic-complexity-dos
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-104426?
CVE-2026-104426 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). Zebra before 6.1.0 contains an inefficient algorithmic complexity vulnerability in remaining_transaction_value that clones the entire block-level spent-UTXO map per transaction during contextual verif...
How severe is CVE-2026-104426?
CVE-2026-104426 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-104426?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.