CVE-2026-15310

LOWCVSS 2.1/10EPSS 0.33%

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CVE-2026-15310 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.1/10 on the CVSS scale. When decompressing crafted zip files using the bzip/LZMA/Zstandard compressions, Python could use an attacker-controlled size to pre-allocate memory, possibly resulting in memory exhaustion.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

When decompressing crafted zip files using the bzip/LZMA/Zstandard compressions, Python could use an attacker-controlled size to pre-allocate memory, possibly resulting in memory exhaustion.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
Python Software FoundationCPython< 3.15.0rc2

References

Timeline

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Status
Awaiting Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-15310?
When decompressing crafted zip files using the bzip/LZMA/Zstandard compressions, Python could use an attacker-controlled size to pre-allocate memory, possibly resulting in memory exhaustion.
How severe is CVE-2026-15310?
CVE-2026-15310 has a CVSS score of 2.1/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-15310?
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