CVE-2026-42389
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2026-42389 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. This fix provides extra hardening for the 5.4.x branch by doing extra validation of incoming answers from authoritative servers.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This fix provides extra hardening for the 5.4.x branch by doing extra validation of incoming answers from authoritative servers.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-42389?
This fix provides extra hardening for the 5.4.x branch by doing extra validation of incoming answers from authoritative servers.
How severe is CVE-2026-42389?
CVE-2026-42389 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42389?
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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