In ssh in OpenSSH before 10.5, a use-after-free for realloc data can occur if a certain pair of remote-forwarding operations are concurrent. (CVE-2026-73282)
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the ssh component of OpenSSH versions before 10.5. This occurs when a specific pair of remote-forwarding operations are performed concurrently, potentially leading to memory corruption. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-73282 and has a CVSS score of 4.8, indicating medium severity.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-73282 is a use-after-free vulnerability in OpenSSH's ssh implementation prior to version 10.5. The flaw arises when certain remote-forwarding operations are executed concurrently, causing a use-after-free condition on realloc data. This memory management error could lead to unintended behavior or information disclosure. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-416 (Use After Free). No known exploits in the wild have been reported, and no patch information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to cause a use-after-free condition, potentially leading to limited confidentiality and integrity impacts. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impacts on confidentiality and integrity but not availability. No active exploitation is known.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid concurrent remote-forwarding operations that might trigger the vulnerability. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches once released.
In ssh in OpenSSH before 10.5, a use-after-free for realloc data can occur if a certain pair of remote-forwarding operations are concurrent. (CVE-2026-73282)
Description
A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the ssh component of OpenSSH versions before 10.5. This occurs when a specific pair of remote-forwarding operations are performed concurrently, potentially leading to memory corruption. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-73282 and has a CVSS score of 4.8, indicating medium severity.
CVSS v3.1
Score 4.8medium
Affected software
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-73282 is a use-after-free vulnerability in OpenSSH's ssh implementation prior to version 10.5. The flaw arises when certain remote-forwarding operations are executed concurrently, causing a use-after-free condition on realloc data. This memory management error could lead to unintended behavior or information disclosure. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-416 (Use After Free). No known exploits in the wild have been reported, and no patch information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to cause a use-after-free condition, potentially leading to limited confidentiality and integrity impacts. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and impacts on confidentiality and integrity but not availability. No active exploitation is known.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid concurrent remote-forwarding operations that might trigger the vulnerability. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches once released.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-jwc3-6qvm-4r66
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-73282"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a7c9b6dbf8831d539cdffaf
Added to database: 08/12/2026, 16:12:29 UTC
Last enriched: 08/12/2026, 17:23:10 UTC
Last updated: 08/13/2026, 02:40:59 UTC
Views: 2
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