CVE-2026-42958 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

The application contains a use-after-free vulnerability that can be exploited to cause memory corruption while parsing specially crafted files. This could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-416

References

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-26-188-06

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-42958?

CVE-2026-42958 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The application contains a use-after-free vulnerability that can be exploited to cause memory corruption while parsing specially crafted files. This could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code i...

How severe is CVE-2026-42958?

CVE-2026-42958 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-42958?

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