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CVE-2026-5264: Heap buffer overflow in DTLS 1.3 ACK message processing. A remote attacker can send a crafted DTLS 1.3 ACK message that...

HIGH CVSS 7.5 EPSS 0.18%

Published: April 9, 2026 | Last Modified: April 9, 2026

Description

Heap buffer overflow in DTLS 1.3 ACK message processing. A remote attacker can send a crafted DTLS 1.3 ACK message that triggers a heap buffer overflow.

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Exploitation Probability (EPSS): Low — 0.18% (40th percentile)

Low exploitation probability based on current threat landscape data. Standard patching timeline is appropriate.

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