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HIGH · 8.8

CVE-2026-16239

Type confusion in PostgreSQL "portal"/cursor lifecycle allows a user to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database, via re-creation of a cursor or other portal with diffe...

Vulnerability Description

Type confusion in PostgreSQL "portal"/cursor lifecycle allows a user to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database, via re-creation of a cursor or other portal with different types. Versions before PostgreSQL 18.6, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, and 14.24 are affected.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
PostgresqlPostgresql>= 14.0, < 14.24

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-843

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16239?

CVE-2026-16239 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Type confusion in PostgreSQL "portal"/cursor lifecycle allows a user to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database, via re-creation of a cursor or other portal with diffe...

How severe is CVE-2026-16239?

CVE-2026-16239 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16239?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Postgresql Postgresql.