Vulnerability Description
Crypt::NaCl::Sodium versions through 2.001 for Perl has an integer overflow flaw on 32-bit systems. Sodium.xs casts a STRLEN (size_t) to unsigned long long when passing a length pointer to libsodium functions. On 32-bit systems size_t is typically 32-bits while an unsigned long long is at least 64-bits.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Timlegge | Crypt\ | <= 2.001, \ |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/cpan-authors/crypt-nacl-sodium/commit/557388bdb4da416a56663cdPatch
- https://github.com/cpan-authors/crypt-nacl-sodium/commit/8cf7f66ba922443e131c9dePatch
- https://metacpan.org/release/TIMLEGGE/Crypt-NaCl-Sodium-2.001/source/Sodium.xs#LProductRelease Notes
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-2588?
CVE-2026-2588 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). Crypt::NaCl::Sodium versions through 2.001 for Perl has an integer overflow flaw on 32-bit systems. Sodium.xs casts a STRLEN (size_t) to unsigned long long when passing a length pointer to libsodium ...
How severe is CVE-2026-2588?
CVE-2026-2588 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-2588?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Timlegge Crypt\.