CVE-2026-12185

HIGHCVSS 8.6/10EPSS 0.28%

Last modified

CVE-2026-12185 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.6/10 on the CVSS scale. In Bouncy Castle for Java before 1.85, BKS/UBER keystore allocates from untrusted lengths before integrity check. This issue also affects Bouncy Castle for Java LTS before 2.73.12.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Bouncy Castle for Java before 1.85, BKS/UBER keystore allocates from untrusted lengths before integrity check. This issue also affects Bouncy Castle for Java LTS before 2.73.12.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
BouncycastleBc-Java< 1.85
BouncycastleBouncy Castle For Java Lts<= 2.73.11

References

Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-12185?
In Bouncy Castle for Java before 1.85, BKS/UBER keystore allocates from untrusted lengths before integrity check. This issue also affects Bouncy Castle for Java LTS before 2.73.12.
How severe is CVE-2026-12185?
CVE-2026-12185 has a CVSS score of 8.6/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-12185?
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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Source: NVD / NIST