CVE-2026-4890
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 7.24%
Last modified
CVE-2026-4890 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability in the DNSSEC validation of dnsmasq allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted DNS packet.. EPSS estimates a 7.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability in the DNSSEC validation of dnsmasq allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted DNS packet.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| dnsmasq | dnsmasq | < 2.92rel2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-4890?
A Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability in the DNSSEC validation of dnsmasq allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted DNS packet.
How severe is CVE-2026-4890?
CVE-2026-4890 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 7.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-4890?
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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