CVE-2026-24680
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2026-24680 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. FreeRDP is a free implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol. Prior to 3.22.0, sdl_Pointer_New frees data on failure, then pointer_free calls sdl_Pointer_Free and frees it again, triggering ASan UAF. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
FreeRDP is a free implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol. Prior to 3.22.0, sdl_Pointer_New frees data on failure, then pointer_free calls sdl_Pointer_Free and frees it again, triggering ASan UAF. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.22.0.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freerdp | Freerdp | < 3.22.0 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-24680?
FreeRDP is a free implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol. Prior to 3.22.0, sdl_Pointer_New frees data on failure, then pointer_free calls sdl_Pointer_Free and frees it again, triggering ASan UAF. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.22.0.
How severe is CVE-2026-24680?
CVE-2026-24680 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-24680?
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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