Mbedtls: [Unknown description] (CVE-2026-50640)
Description
CVE-2026-50640 is a medium severity vulnerability affecting multiple specific versions of the mbedtls library. The exact nature and technical details of the vulnerability are unknown based on the provided data. There is no CVSS score or detailed description available. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. The affected versions include various releases from 2.1.2-1 through 3.6.7-3ubuntu1 and related Ubuntu package versions. No patch or remediation information is provided, so patch status is not confirmed. No geographic targeting is indicated.
Affected software
pkg:deb/ubuntu/mbedtls?arch=source&distro=xenialpkg:deb/ubuntu/mbedtls?arch=source&distro=esm-apps/bionicpkg:deb/ubuntu/mbedtls?arch=source&distro=esm-apps/focalpkg:deb/ubuntu/mbedtls?arch=source&distro=esm-apps/jammypkg:deb/ubuntu/mbedtls?arch=source&distro=esm-apps/noblepkg:deb/ubuntu/mbedtls?arch=source&distro=stonkingpkg:deb/ubuntu/mbedtls?arch=source&distro=resoluteRun on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
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Technical Analysis
This entry describes a vulnerability identified as CVE-2026-50640 in the mbedtls library affecting multiple specific versions. The description and technical details of the vulnerability are unknown, and no CVSS score is provided. The affected versions are explicitly listed but no information on the nature of the flaw, attack vectors, or impact is available. No vendor advisory or patch information is included, and no known exploitation has been reported.
Potential Impact
Due to the lack of detailed information, the precise impact cannot be determined. The vulnerability is classified as medium severity, suggesting a moderate risk level. Without further details, it is unclear what security properties are affected or what the consequences of exploitation might be.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or fix information is provided, users should monitor official mbedtls and Ubuntu security advisories for updates. No specific mitigation steps can be recommended based on the available data.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- UBUNTU-CVE-2026-50640
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.0
- Ecosystems
- ["Ubuntu:16.04:LTS","Ubuntu:Pro:18.04:LTS","Ubuntu:Pro:20.04:LTS","Ubuntu:Pro:22.04:LTS","Ubuntu:Pro:24.04:LTS","Ubuntu:26.10","Ubuntu:26.04:LTS"]
Threat ID: 6ad3f60c2cdf04f6566640ff
Added to database: 10/17/2026, 22:26:20 UTC
Last enriched: 10/18/2026, 00:57:13 UTC
Last updated: 10/18/2026, 00:57:13 UTC
Views: 2
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