Vulnerability Description
MessagePack for C# is a MessagePack serializer for C#. Prior to 2.5.301 and 3.1.7, MessagePack-CSharp's multi-dimensional array formatters read dimension lengths directly from the payload and allocate T[,], T[,,], or T[,,,] before validating that the dimension product matches the encoded element count. The formatter reads a guarded element array header, but allocation of the target multi-dimensional array happens before the dimensions are checked against that element count. A small payload can therefore declare large dimensions, provide an empty or tiny inner array, and cause a large heap allocation before element data is validated. This vulnerability is fixed in 2.5.301 and 3.1.7.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Messagepack | Messagepack | < 2.5.301 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/MessagePack-CSharp/MessagePack-CSharp/security/advisories/GHSMitigationVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-48515?
CVE-2026-48515 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). MessagePack for C# is a MessagePack serializer for C#. Prior to 2.5.301 and 3.1.7, MessagePack-CSharp's multi-dimensional array formatters read dimension lengths directly from the payload and allocate...
How severe is CVE-2026-48515?
CVE-2026-48515 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-48515?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Messagepack Messagepack.