CVE-2026-26932
Improper Validation of Array Index in Packetbeat Leading to Denial of Service
5.7CVSSMEDIUM
Description
Improper Validation of Array Index (CWE-129) in the PostgreSQL protocol parser in Packetbeat can lead Denial of Service via Input Data Manipulation (CAPEC-153). An attacker can send a specially crafted packet causing a Go runtime panic that terminates the Packetbeat process. This vulnerability requires the pgsql protocol to be explicitly enabled and configured to monitor traffic on the targeted port.
CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:AAttack VectorAdjacent
AC:LAttack ComplexityLow
PR:LPrivileges RequiredLow
UI:NUser InteractionNone
Scope
S:UScopeUnchanged
Impact
C:NConfidentialityNone
I:NIntegrityNone
A:HAvailabilityHigh
Weaknesses
Affected Products
Exploitability
No known exploits, KEV entries, or remediation guidance available for this vulnerability yet.
References
Timeline
Published
Feb 26, 2026
Last Updated
Feb 27, 2026
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