CVE-2026-15308
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.64%
Last modified
CVE-2026-15308 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The incremental HTML parser (html.parser.HTMLParser) allows for CPU denial-of-service through repeated unterminated markup declarations when processing uncontrolled data.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The incremental HTML parser (html.parser.HTMLParser) allows for CPU denial-of-service through repeated unterminated markup declarations when processing uncontrolled data.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Python | Python | < 3.10.21 | — |
| Python | Python | >= 3.11.0, < 3.11.16 | — |
| Python | Python | >= 3.12.0, < 3.12.14 | — |
| Python | Python | >= 3.13.0, < 3.13.15 | — |
| Python | Python | >= 3.14.0, < 3.14.7 | — |
| Python | Python | 3.15.0 | Alpha1 |
References
- https://github.com/python/cpython/pull/153031Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/07/09/4Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-15308?
The incremental HTML parser (html.parser.HTMLParser) allows for CPU
denial-of-service through repeated unterminated markup declarations when
processing uncontrolled data.
How severe is CVE-2026-15308?
CVE-2026-15308 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-15308?
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.
How Strix Helps
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