MOOS-IvP versions through 24.8.1 contain a quadratic processing vulnerability in uFldNodeComms where each new node identity creates a ledger entry… (CVE-2026-85446)
Description
MOOS-IvP versions through 24.8.1 have a quadratic processing vulnerability in the uFldNodeComms component. This flaw occurs because each new node identity creates a ledger entry and triggers all-pairs distribution work, which can be exploited by attackers supplying numerous distinct node names. This leads to quadratic processing overhead, potentially delaying or preventing the distribution of legitimate node reports.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability in MOOS-IvP up to version 24.8.1 is a quadratic processing issue in the uFldNodeComms module. Each new node identity causes ledger entries and triggers all-pairs distribution, resulting in processing complexity that grows quadratically with the number of distinct node names. An attacker can exploit this by submitting unbounded distinct node names in reports, causing excessive processing load on the shoreside broker and impacting its ability to distribute legitimate node reports efficiently.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability can cause denial of service conditions by overwhelming the shoreside broker with excessive processing demands, delaying or preventing legitimate node report distribution. There is no impact on confidentiality or integrity reported, but availability is affected.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch links are provided at this time.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-387j-4pfq-cmj4
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-85446"]
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a9ad4f8acd9273b49b67a4e
Added to database: 09/04/2026, 14:26:00 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 15:07:04 UTC
Last updated: 10/17/2026, 18:48:23 UTC
Views: 33
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