CVE-2026-38891: n/a
An improper input validation in the gazebo_ros_diff_drive.cpp component of gazebo_plugins v3.9.0 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted geometry_msgs::Twist message.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-38891 describes a vulnerability in gazebo_plugins v3.9.0, specifically in the gazebo_ros_diff_drive.cpp component. The issue is due to improper input validation of geometry_msgs::Twist messages, which can be crafted by an attacker to trigger a Denial of Service condition. The vulnerability has been published but lacks a CVSS score and no vendor advisory or patch information is provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability results in a Denial of Service (DoS) condition, potentially disrupting the normal operation of the affected component within gazebo_plugins. There is no indication of code execution or data disclosure from the provided information.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid processing untrusted geometry_msgs::Twist messages or implement input validation controls at the application level if possible.
CVE-2026-38891: n/a
Description
An improper input validation in the gazebo_ros_diff_drive.cpp component of gazebo_plugins v3.9.0 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted geometry_msgs::Twist message.
Affected software
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-38891 describes a vulnerability in gazebo_plugins v3.9.0, specifically in the gazebo_ros_diff_drive.cpp component. The issue is due to improper input validation of geometry_msgs::Twist messages, which can be crafted by an attacker to trigger a Denial of Service condition. The vulnerability has been published but lacks a CVSS score and no vendor advisory or patch information is provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability results in a Denial of Service (DoS) condition, potentially disrupting the normal operation of the affected component within gazebo_plugins. There is no indication of code execution or data disclosure from the provided information.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid processing untrusted geometry_msgs::Twist messages or implement input validation controls at the application level if possible.
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: 6a4592f427e9c7971939f78c
Added to database: 07/01/2026, 22:21:40 UTC
Last enriched: 07/01/2026, 22:36:33 UTC
Last updated: 07/01/2026, 23:00:03 UTC
Views: 4
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