Vulnerability Description
Ghidra before 12.2 contains a resource allocation without limits vulnerability in ExtensionUtils.unzipToInstallationFolder() that extracts every extension ZIP entry without limiting file count. Attackers who persuade a user to install a crafted extension archive with many files can exhaust filesystem inodes, causing project writes and other processes to fail.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nsa | Ghidra | < 12.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidraProduct
- https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/commit/7cb4e778efb69acb1919f841Patch
- https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/releases/tag/Ghidra_12.2_buildRelease Notes
- https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/security/advisories/GHSA-j5q9-fVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/ghidra-before-12.2-denial-of-service-via-exThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-115397?
CVE-2026-115397 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Ghidra before 12.2 contains a resource allocation without limits vulnerability in ExtensionUtils.unzipToInstallationFolder() that extracts every extension ZIP entry without limiting file count. Attack...
How severe is CVE-2026-115397?
CVE-2026-115397 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-115397?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nsa Ghidra.