CVE-2026-33256
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.61%
Last modified
CVE-2026-33256 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An attacker can send a web request that causes unlimited memory allocation in the internal web server, leading to a denial of service. The internal web server is disabled by default.. EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An attacker can send a web request that causes unlimited memory allocation in the internal web server, leading to a denial of service. The internal web server is disabled by default.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Powerdns | Recursor | >= 5.2.0, < 5.2.9 |
| Powerdns | Recursor | >= 5.3.0, < 5.3.6 |
| Powerdns | Recursor | 5.4.0 |
References
- https://docs.powerdns.com/recursor/security-advisories/powerdns-advisory-powerdns-2026-03.htmlBroken Link, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-33256?
An attacker can send a web request that causes unlimited memory allocation in the internal web server, leading to a denial of service. The internal web server is disabled by default.
How severe is CVE-2026-33256?
CVE-2026-33256 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-33256?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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