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Description
A heap-based out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the DHCPv6 implementation of dnsmasq allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code with root privileges via a crafted DHCPv6 packet.
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CVE Modified by redhat-SADP7/02/2026 8:17:31 AM
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Reference
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:34508
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Affected
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A heap-based out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the DHCPv6 implementation of dnsmasq allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code with root privileges via a crafted DHCPv6 packet.
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Reference
https://thekelleys.org.uk/dnsmasq/
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Reference
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/471747
Quick Info
CVE Dictionary Entry: CVE-2026-4892 NVD
Published Date: 05/11/2026 NVD
Last Modified: 07/14/2026
Source: CERT/CC
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