CVE-2026-86983
MEDIUMCVSS 5.9/10EPSS 0.16%
Last modified
CVE-2026-86983 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.9/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote attacker may be able to terminate a process that passes attacker-controlled input to the P-384 VOPRF API without bounding its length. This vulnerability is addressed in swift-crypto version 5.0.3.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote attacker may be able to terminate a process that passes attacker-controlled input to the P-384 VOPRF API without bounding its length. This vulnerability is addressed in swift-crypto version 5.0.3.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | swift-crypto | < 5.0.3 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-86983?
A remote attacker may be able to terminate a process that passes attacker-controlled input to the P-384 VOPRF API without bounding its length. This vulnerability is addressed in swift-crypto version 5.0.3.
How severe is CVE-2026-86983?
CVE-2026-86983 has a CVSS score of 5.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-86983?
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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