CVE-2026-59847
MEDIUMDescription
A flaw was found in libssh. Incorrect AES-GCM finalization checks in builds using the OpenSSL backend can effectively remove integrity protection, allowing an in-path attacker to modify plaintext on the wire without detection.
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CVSS v3.1 Score
5.9
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
EPSS — Exploit Prediction
0.0030
Probability of exploitation
0.23%
Percentile rank
EPSS estimates the probability that this vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A higher score means more likely to be exploited.
Weakness Type (CWE)
CWE-1310
CWE-1310
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-59847? +
A flaw was found in libssh. Incorrect AES-GCM finalization checks in builds using the OpenSSL backend can effectively remove integrity protection, allowing an in-path attacker to modify plaintext on the wire without detection. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.9 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2026-59847? +
CVE-2026-59847 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.9 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance. The EPSS score is 0.0030, placing it in the 0th percentile for exploitation probability.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-59847? +
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