CVE-2026-1765 — MEDIUM (5.6)

Vulnerability Description

A flaw was found in the `tracker-extract-mp3` component of GNOME localsearch (previously known as tracker-miners). This vulnerability, a heap buffer overflow, occurs when processing specially crafted MP3 files. A remote attacker could exploit this by providing a malicious MP3 file, leading to a Denial of Service (DoS) where the application crashes. It may also potentially expose sensitive information from the system's memory.

CVSS Score

5.6

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-125

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-1765?

CVE-2026-1765 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.6 (MEDIUM). A flaw was found in the `tracker-extract-mp3` component of GNOME localsearch (previously known as tracker-miners). This vulnerability, a heap buffer overflow, occurs when processing specially crafted ...

How severe is CVE-2026-1765?

CVE-2026-1765 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-1765?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.