CVE-2026-8251
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CVE-2026-8251 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability was found in Open5GS up to 2.7.7. This impacts the function update_authorized_pcc_rule_and_qos of the file /src/smf/npcf-handler.c of the component SMF. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability was found in Open5GS up to 2.7.7. This impacts the function update_authorized_pcc_rule_and_qos of the file /src/smf/npcf-handler.c of the component SMF. Performing a manipulation results in denial of service. The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. The exploit has been made public and could be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Open5gs | Open5gs | <= 2.7.7 |
References
- https://github.com/open5gs/open5gs/issues/4445Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://vuldb.com/submit/808480Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/vuln/362548Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/vuln/362548/ctiPermissions Required, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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