Vulnerability Description
A BIND resolver that is configured with both a "redirect" zone and "qname-minimization strict" may abort with an assertion failure while processing the redirect. This issue affects BIND 9 versions 9.16.0 through 9.18.50, 9.20.0 through 9.20.29, 9.21.0 through 9.21.26, 9.16.8-S1 through 9.18.50-S1, and 9.20.9-S1 through 9.20.29-S1.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://downloads.isc.org/isc/bind9/9.20.30
- https://downloads.isc.org/isc/bind9/9.21.27
- https://kb.isc.org/docs/cve-2026-96888
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-96888?
CVE-2026-96888 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A BIND resolver that is configured with both a "redirect" zone and "qname-minimization strict" may abort with an assertion failure while processing the redirect. This issue affects BIND 9 versions 9.1...
How severe is CVE-2026-96888?
CVE-2026-96888 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-2026-96888?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.