CVE-2026-42082

Description

free5GC is an open-source implementation of the 5G core network. Prior to 4.2.2, the AMF in Free5GC does not enforce the concurrent security procedure rules defined in 3GPP TS 33.501 §6.9.5.1. The AMF does not check for ongoing N2 handover procedures before initiating a NAS Security Mode Command, and vice versa. This can lead to mismatches between NAS and AS security contexts in the network and the UE. This vulnerability is fixed in 4.2.2.

CVSS v3.1 Score

3.7

LOW

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-358 CWE-358

References

Other References

https://github.com/free5gc/free5gc/security/advisories/GHSA-vrrx-58h3-prmh

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-42082? +

free5GC is an open-source implementation of the 5G core network. Prior to 4.2.2, the AMF in Free5GC does not enforce the concurrent security procedure rules defined in 3GPP TS 33.501 §6.9.5.1. The AMF does not check for ongoing N2 handover procedures before initiating a NAS Security Mode Command, and vice versa. This can lead to mismatches between NAS and AS security contexts in the network and the UE. This vulnerability is fixed in 4.2.2. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 3.7 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2026-42082? +

CVE-2026-42082 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 3.7 out of 10, rated LOW. This is a low-severity vulnerability with limited impact.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-42082? +

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