CVE-2026-95619
gcc: libstdc++ integer overflow in `new` operator
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · September 22, 2026
Updated · November 1, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in libstdc++. An integer overflow can occur when processing large inputs to the aligned operator new in the C++ library. This vulnerability could lead to an undersized memory allocation, potentially causing memory corruption or application instability.
Statement
This Moderate impact flaw affects applications compiled with older gcc versions on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 and 9. An integer overflow in the libstdc++ aligned operator new could lead to undersized memory allocations, potentially causing memory corruption or application instability when processing specific large allocation requests.
CVSS score applicability
The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.
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 · 7.7CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:H
CWE-190 · Integer Overflow or Wraparound