dnsmasq 2.92rel2 DNSSEC OOB Read in DNS Validation (DoS)
CVE-2026-4891 Published on May 11, 2026

CVE-2026-4891
A heap-based out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the DNSSEC validation of dnsmasq allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted DNS packet.

NVD

Vulnerability Analysis

CVE-2026-4891 can be exploited with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a small impact on confidentiality, a small impact on integrity and availability.

Attack Vector:
NETWORK
Attack Complexity:
LOW
Privileges Required:
NONE
User Interaction:
NONE
Scope:
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality Impact:
LOW
Integrity Impact:
NONE
Availability Impact:
NONE

Products Associated with CVE-2026-4891

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Affected Versions

dnsmasq Version 2.92rel2 is affected by CVE-2026-4891