Vulnerability Description
msgpack-java through 0.9.12 contains an integer overflow vulnerability in MessageUnpacker.skipValue() when processing MAP32 containers with large element counts. Attackers can supply a MAP32 element count at or above 0x40000000 that wraps when doubled, causing the parser cursor to desynchronize and attacker-controlled data to be returned in place of later fields.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/msgpack/msgpack-java
- https://github.com/msgpack/msgpack-java/blob/v0.9.12/msgpack-core/src/main/java/
- https://github.com/msgpack/msgpack-java/issues/1014
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/msgpack-java-through-0.9.12-integer-overflo
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-90473?
CVE-2026-90473 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). msgpack-java through 0.9.12 contains an integer overflow vulnerability in MessageUnpacker.skipValue() when processing MAP32 containers with large element counts. Attackers can supply a MAP32 element c...
How severe is CVE-2026-90473?
CVE-2026-90473 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-90473?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.