CVE-2026-124987

MEDIUMCVSS 6.3/10EPSS 0.24%

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CVE-2026-124987 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been found in mikefarah yq up to 4.53.3. This affects the function Encode of the file pkg/yqlib/encoder_properties.go. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability has been found in mikefarah yq up to 4.53.3. This affects the function Encode of the file pkg/yqlib/encoder_properties.go. Such manipulation leads to escaping of output. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The pull request to fix this issue awaits acceptance.

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Weakness Enumeration

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Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-124987?
A vulnerability has been found in mikefarah yq up to 4.53.3. This affects the function Encode of the file pkg/yqlib/encoder_properties.go. Such manipulation leads to escaping of output. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The pull request to fix this issue awaits acceptance.
How severe is CVE-2026-124987?
CVE-2026-124987 has a CVSS score of 6.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-124987?
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