CVE-2026-16254
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-16254 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A flaw was found in claircore's apk package scanner. Malformed package-database data in a container layer can cause an out-of-bounds access that panics the scanner.
Description
A flaw was found in claircore's apk package scanner. Malformed package-database data in a container layer can cause an out-of-bounds access that panics the scanner. If that panic is not recovered, the Clair indexer process can crash, leading to a denial of service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat | Red Hat Advanced Cluster Security 4 | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Quay 3 | All versions |
References
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-16254?
A flaw was found in claircore's apk package scanner. Malformed package-database data in a container layer can cause an out-of-bounds access that panics the scanner. If that panic is not recovered, the Clair indexer process can crash, leading to a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2026-16254?
CVE-2026-16254 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-16254?
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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