CVE-2026-44050 — CRITICAL (9.9)

Vulnerability Description

A heap-based buffer overflow in the CNID daemon comm_rcv() function in Netatalk 2.0.0 through 4.4.2 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code with escalated privileges or cause a denial of service.

CVSS Score

9.9

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-122

References

https://netatalk.io/security/CVE-2026-44050

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-44050?

CVE-2026-44050 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.9 (CRITICAL). A heap-based buffer overflow in the CNID daemon comm_rcv() function in Netatalk 2.0.0 through 4.4.2 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code with escalated privileges or cause ...

How severe is CVE-2026-44050?

CVE-2026-44050 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.9/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-44050?

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