Vulnerability Description
An out-of-bounds write in the connection-monitoring logic of the MongoDB C Driver may allow an unauthenticated party who controls name resolution and the responses of the hosts named in a client's connection string to write beyond the end of a heap buffer. This may cause the application using the driver to terminate unexpectedly.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/mongodb/mongo-c-driver/releases/tag/1.30.12
- https://github.com/mongodb/mongo-c-driver/releases/tag/2.5.5
- https://github.com/mongodb/mongo-c-driver/security/advisories/GHSA-frjf-h5jg-4v4
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-96746?
CVE-2026-96746 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). An out-of-bounds write in the connection-monitoring logic of the MongoDB C Driver may allow an unauthenticated party who controls name resolution and the responses of the hosts named in a client's con...
How severe is CVE-2026-96746?
CVE-2026-96746 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-96746?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.