CVE-2026-44603
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2026-44603 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Tor before 0.4.9.7 has an out-of-bounds read by one byte via a malformed BEGIN cell, aka TROVE-2026-007.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Tor before 0.4.9.7 has an out-of-bounds read by one byte via a malformed BEGIN cell, aka TROVE-2026-007.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Torproject | Tor | < 0.4.9.7 |
References
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/06/8Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-44603?
Tor before 0.4.9.7 has an out-of-bounds read by one byte via a malformed BEGIN cell, aka TROVE-2026-007.
How severe is CVE-2026-44603?
CVE-2026-44603 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-44603?
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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