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CVE-2026-6429: When asked to both use a `.netrc` file for credentials and to follow HTTP redirects, libcurl could leak the password...

MEDIUM CVSS 5.5 EPSS 0.02%

Published: May 13, 2026 | Last Modified: May 13, 2026

Description

When asked to both use a `.netrc` file for credentials and to follow HTTP redirects, libcurl could leak the password used for the first host to the followed-to host under certain circumstances.

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Exploitation Probability (EPSS): Low — 0.02% (4th percentile)

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

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