CVE-2026-44048 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

A stack-based buffer overflow via UCS-2 type confusion in convert_charset() in Netatalk 2.0.4 through 4.4.2 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

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

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-121

References

https://netatalk.io/security/CVE-2026-44048

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-44048?

CVE-2026-44048 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A stack-based buffer overflow via UCS-2 type confusion in convert_charset() in Netatalk 2.0.4 through 4.4.2 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of servic...

How severe is CVE-2026-44048?

CVE-2026-44048 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-2026-44048?

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