CVE-2026-38426: n/a
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in arendst Tasmota v.15.3.0.3 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the xdrv_10_scripter.ino, fetch_jpg(), jpg_task.boundary[40], strcpy() function.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-38426 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in arendst Tasmota firmware version 15.3.0.3 and earlier. The issue is located in the xdrv_10_scripter.ino source file, specifically in the fetch_jpg() function where the jpg_task.boundary[40] buffer is manipulated using strcpy(), leading to potential memory corruption. This vulnerability could enable remote code execution if exploited. There is no CVSS score or vendor advisory available, and no patch or mitigation details have been provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this buffer overflow could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected Tasmota device, potentially compromising device integrity and control. However, no known exploits have been reported in the wild, and the extent of impact depends on exploitation feasibility and device deployment context.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. No specific mitigations are available based on current information.
CVE-2026-38426: n/a
Description
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in arendst Tasmota v.15.3.0.3 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the xdrv_10_scripter.ino, fetch_jpg(), jpg_task.boundary[40], strcpy() function.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.3high
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-38426 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in arendst Tasmota firmware version 15.3.0.3 and earlier. The issue is located in the xdrv_10_scripter.ino source file, specifically in the fetch_jpg() function where the jpg_task.boundary[40] buffer is manipulated using strcpy(), leading to potential memory corruption. This vulnerability could enable remote code execution if exploited. There is no CVSS score or vendor advisory available, and no patch or mitigation details have been provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this buffer overflow could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected Tasmota device, potentially compromising device integrity and control. However, no known exploits have been reported in the wild, and the extent of impact depends on exploitation feasibility and device deployment context.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. No specific mitigations are available based on current information.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a16f9d0e29bf47b50c0e78d
Added to database: 05/27/2026, 14:04:00 UTC
Last enriched: 05/27/2026, 15:19:02 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:58 UTC
Views: 58
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