Vulnerability Description
Vim is an open source, command line text editor. Prior to version 9.2.0078, a stack-buffer-overflow occurs in `build_stl_str_hl()` when rendering a statusline with a multi-byte fill character on a very wide terminal. Version 9.2.0078 patches the issue.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vim | Vim | < 9.2.0078 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/4e5b9e31cb7484ad156fPatch
- https://github.com/vim/vim/releases/tag/v9.2.0078Product
- https://github.com/vim/vim/security/advisories/GHSA-gmqx-prf2-8mwfPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/02/27/11Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-28422?
CVE-2026-28422 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.2 (LOW). Vim is an open source, command line text editor. Prior to version 9.2.0078, a stack-buffer-overflow occurs in `build_stl_str_hl()` when rendering a statusline with a multi-byte fill character on a ver...
How severe is CVE-2026-28422?
CVE-2026-28422 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-28422?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vim Vim.