CVE-2026-8722
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2026-8722 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Net::Async::Statsd::Client versions through 0.005 for Perl allow metric injections. The metric names are not checked for newlines, colons or pipes. Metrics generated from untrusted sources could inject additional statsd metrics.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Net::Async::Statsd::Client versions through 0.005 for Perl allow metric injections. The metric names are not checked for newlines, colons or pipes. Metrics generated from untrusted sources could inject additional statsd metrics.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | Net\ | <= 0.005 | Async\ |
References
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-46719Third Party Advisory
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-46720Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-8722?
Net::Async::Statsd::Client versions through 0.005 for Perl allow metric injections.
The metric names are not checked for newlines, colons or pipes. Metrics generated from untrusted sources could inject additional statsd metrics.
How severe is CVE-2026-8722?
CVE-2026-8722 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8722?
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.
How Strix Helps
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