An issue in libming through 0.4.8 allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service via the readtag_file() in src/blocks/fromswf.c. (CVE-2026-95116)
Description
A denial of service vulnerability exists in libming versions through 0.4.8. The flaw is in the readtag_file() function located in src/blocks/fromswf.c, which can be triggered remotely without authentication. This vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or integrity but can cause service disruption.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-95116 describes a denial of service vulnerability in libming through version 0.4.8. The issue arises from the readtag_file() function in src/blocks/fromswf.c, which can be exploited remotely by an attacker to cause a denial of service condition. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-400 (Uncontrolled Resource Consumption). No information about patches or fixes is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service, impacting availability. There is no impact on confidentiality or integrity. No known exploits are reported in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, consider restricting access to services using libming or applying other environment-specific mitigations to reduce exposure to untrusted inputs.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-w3m4-q296-772h
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-95116"]
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6acaadca2cdf04f6565155ce
Added to database: 10/10/2026, 21:27:38 UTC
Last enriched: 10/10/2026, 21:43:31 UTC
Last updated: 10/11/2026, 04:48:07 UTC
Views: 12
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