CVE-2026-42508
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.57%
Last modified
CVE-2026-42508 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Previously, a revoked 'SignatureKey' belonging to a CA was not correctly checked for revocation. Now, both the 'key' and 'key.SignatureKey' are checked for @revoked.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Previously, a revoked 'SignatureKey' belonging to a CA was not correctly checked for revocation. Now, both the 'key' and 'key.SignatureKey' are checked for @revoked.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Golang | Crypto | < 0.52.0 |
References
- https://go.dev/cl/781220Issue Tracking
- https://go.dev/issue/79568Issue Tracking
- https://pkg.go.dev/vuln/GO-2026-5021Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-42508?
Previously, a revoked 'SignatureKey' belonging to a CA was not correctly checked for revocation. Now, both the 'key' and 'key.SignatureKey' are checked for @revoked.
How severe is CVE-2026-42508?
CVE-2026-42508 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-42508?
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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