CVE-2026-16270
MEDIUMCVSS 6.9/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-16270 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.9/10 on the CVSS scale. Open Mercato does not validate regex rules. An attacker with privileges to create the regex rule can add an unsafe regex to a field.
Description
Open Mercato does not validate regex rules. An attacker with privileges to create the regex rule can add an unsafe regex to a field. When someone provide the proper string it can result in a DoS attack. This issue was fixed in version 0.6.4.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Open Mercato | Open Mercato | < 0.6.4 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-16270?
Open Mercato does not validate regex rules. An attacker with privileges to create the regex rule can add an unsafe regex to a field. When someone provide the proper string it can result in a DoS attack.
This issue was fixed in version 0.6.4.
How severe is CVE-2026-16270?
CVE-2026-16270 has a CVSS score of 6.9/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-16270?
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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