CVE-2026-56960

CriticalCVSS 9.8/10Last modified Sep 21, 2026

Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible use-after-free due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1 9.8/10CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness enumeration

CWE-416

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Sep 15, 2026
Last modified
Sep 21, 2026
NVD status
Analyzed

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CVE-2026-56960: Critical severity, CVSS 9.8 | Vulnix