CVE-2026-116566
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-116566 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. socket.getaddrinfo() previously accepted null bytes within *host* and *port* parameters which can cause the values to be silently truncated..
Description
socket.getaddrinfo() previously accepted null bytes within *host* and *port* parameters which can cause the values to be silently truncated.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Python Software Foundation | CPython | < 3.16.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-116566?
socket.getaddrinfo() previously accepted null bytes within *host* and *port* parameters which can cause the values to be silently truncated.
How severe is CVE-2026-116566?
CVE-2026-116566 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-116566?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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