CVE-2026-56978

In get_global_config_item_addr of gc.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

  • Published Sep 15, 2026
  • CVSS 8.4 high
  • 0.1% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS)

Affected software

CVE-2026-56978 at the National Vulnerability Database