CVE-2026-54679
jq: jq: Denial of Service via integer overflow and buffer overrun on 32-bit systems
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · June 26, 2026
Updated · September 1, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in jq, a command-line JSON processor. On 32-bit systems, a local attacker could exploit an integer overflow vulnerability in the jvp_string_append function. This could lead to a massive buffer overrun, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 5.5CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
CWE-190 · Integer Overflow or Wraparound