CVE-2026-56852
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2026-56852 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A norm.Iter can enter an infinite loop when handling input containing invalid UTF-8 bytes.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A norm.Iter can enter an infinite loop when handling input containing invalid UTF-8 bytes.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| golang.org/x/text | golang.org/x/text/unicode/norm | < 0.39.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-56852?
A norm.Iter can enter an infinite loop when handling input containing invalid UTF-8 bytes.
How severe is CVE-2026-56852?
CVE-2026-56852 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-56852?
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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