CVE-2026-42014
MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2026-42014 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. A flaw was found in GnuTLS. The `gnutls_pkcs11_token_set_pin` function, used for changing the Security Officer PIN, can lead to a use-after-free vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A flaw was found in GnuTLS. The `gnutls_pkcs11_token_set_pin` function, used for changing the Security Officer PIN, can lead to a use-after-free vulnerability. This occurs when an attacker attempts to change the PIN with a NULL old PIN for a token that lacks a protected authentication path.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10.0 Extended Update Support | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 Extended Lifecycle Support | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4 Advanced Mission Critical Update Support | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4 Extended Update Support Long-Life Add-On | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 Advanced Mission Critical Update Support | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 Extended Update Support Long-Life Add-On | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 Telecommunications Update Service | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 Update Services for SAP Solutions | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.2 Update Services for SAP Solutions | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.4 Update Services for SAP Solutions | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.6 Extended Update Support | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Discovery 2 | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Hardened Images | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Update Infrastructure 5 | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 | All versions |
| Red Hat | Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform 4 | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-42014?
A flaw was found in GnuTLS. The `gnutls_pkcs11_token_set_pin` function, used for changing the Security Officer PIN, can lead to a use-after-free vulnerability. This occurs when an attacker attempts to change the PIN with a NULL old PIN for a token that lacks a protected authentication path.
How severe is CVE-2026-42014?
CVE-2026-42014 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42014?
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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