Vulnerability Description
DBI::ProfileData versions before 1.651 for Perl do not limit the path index. The path index column of profile dump files is used to allocate an array of data for the parser. An unbounded value allows an attacker to specify a large index and consume available memory.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/perl5-dbi/dbi/commit/6764e755e83ee1ebb1b40760e5b53eb50960bd7a
- https://github.com/perl5-dbi/dbi/security/advisories/GHSA-ww49-w4mv-jrr4
- https://metacpan.org/release/HMBRAND/DBI-1.651/changes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/07/14/14
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-60081?
CVE-2026-60081 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). DBI::ProfileData versions before 1.651 for Perl do not limit the path index. The path index column of profile dump files is used to allocate an array of data for the parser. An unbounded value allows...
How severe is CVE-2026-60081?
CVE-2026-60081 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-2026-60081?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.