CVE-2026-51080
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2026-51080 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. libpvestorage-perl v9.1.1 and libpve-storage-perl v8.3.7 were discovered to contain an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libpvestorage-perl v9.1.1 and libpve-storage-perl v8.3.7 were discovered to contain an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Proxmox | Libpve-Storage-Perl | 8.3.7 |
| Proxmox | Libpve-Storage-Perl | 9.1.1 |
References
- https://forum.proxmox.com/threads/proxmox-virtual-environment-security-advisories.149331/post-849970Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-51080?
libpvestorage-perl v9.1.1 and libpve-storage-perl v8.3.7 were discovered to contain an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2026-51080?
CVE-2026-51080 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-51080?
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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