CVE-2026-45591
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.43%
Last modified
CVE-2026-45591 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Uncontrolled resource consumption in ASP.NET Core allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network.. EPSS estimates a 2.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Uncontrolled resource consumption in ASP.NET Core allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Asp.Net Core | >= 8.0.0, < 8.0.28 |
| Microsoft | Asp.Net Core | >= 9.0.0, < 9.0.17 |
| Microsoft | Asp.Net Core | >= 10.0.0, < 10.0.9 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2026 | >= 18.6.0, < 18.6.3 |
| Microsoft | .Net | >= 8.0.0, < 8.0.28 |
| Microsoft | .Net | >= 9.0.0, < 9.0.17 |
| Microsoft | .Net | >= 10.0.0, < 10.0.9 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-45591?
Uncontrolled resource consumption in ASP.NET Core allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-45591?
CVE-2026-45591 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-45591?
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
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