CVE-2026-24027

Name: CVE-2026-24027
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-02-09T15:16:11.587+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-24027 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Crafted zones can lead to increased incoming network traffic.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Crafted zones can lead to increased incoming network traffic.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L

EPSS Probability

0.40%

31.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-294

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Powerdns	Recursor	>= 5.1.0, < 5.1.10
Powerdns	Recursor	>= 5.2.0, < 5.2.8
Powerdns	Recursor	>= 5.3.0, < 5.3.5

References

https://docs.powerdns.com/recursor/security-advisories/powerdns-advisory-2026-01.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 9, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-24027?

Crafted zones can lead to increased incoming network traffic.

How severe is CVE-2026-24027?

CVE-2026-24027 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-24027?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-24027?

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Source: NVD / NIST