High8.2Red Hat & Ubuntu Linux
Buffer overflow in error handling can lead to arbitrary code execution
CVE-2026-9698 Published Jun 9, 2026
CVE-2026-9698
Affected products & platforms
Red Hat & Ubuntu LinuxUnclassified
Summary
Buffer overflow in error handling can lead to arbitrary code execution. Red Hat rates this important (CVSS 8.2). Weakness: CWE-120. No fix erratum has been published yet; monitor the Red Hat CVE page and apply the RHSA when released.
Mitigation checklist
Recommended fix / mitigation
- Red Hat rates this important; a fix erratum may not be out yet — apply the RHSA as soon as it publishes.
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