CVE-2026-96958
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-96958 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Inefficient algorithmic complexity in .NET allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network..
Description
Inefficient algorithmic complexity in .NET allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 | >= 3.5.0, < 2.0.50727.9188 AND 3.0.30729.9171 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 AND 4.6.2/4.7/4.7.1/4.7.2 | >= 3.0.0.0, < 2.0.50727.8987 AND 3.0.30729.8982 AND 4.7.4150.0 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 AND 4.7.2 | >= 4.7.0, < 2.0.50727.9073 AND 3.0.30729.9070 AND 4.7.4150.0 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 AND 4.8 | >= 4.8.0, < 2.0.50727.9073 AND 3.0.30729.9070 AND 4.8.4811.0 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 AND 4.8.1 | >= 4.8.1, < 2.0.50727.9188 AND 3.0.30729.9171 AND 4.8.9363.0 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.2/4.7/4.7.1/4.7.2 | >= 4.7.0, < 4.7.4150.0 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8 | >= 4.8.0, < 4.8.4811.0 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8.1 | >= 4.8.0.0, < 4.8.9363.0 |
| Microsoft | System.Security.Cryptography.Xml | >= 10.0.0, < 10.0.13 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-96958?
Inefficient algorithmic complexity in .NET allows an unauthorized attacker to deny service over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-96958?
CVE-2026-96958 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-96958?
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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