CVE-2026-15308: CWE-400 in Python Software Foundation CPython
The incremental HTML parser (html.parser.HTMLParser) allows for CPU denial-of-service through repeated unterminated markup declarations when processing uncontrolled data.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
Red Hat released a security advisory RHSA-2026:37535 addressing CVE-2026-15308, a vulnerability in python3.13 packages included in Red Hat Hardened Images RPMs. The update provides new package versions (3.13.14-1.3.hum1) for multiple python3.13 RPMs across aarch64 and x86_64 architectures. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-835, which relates to loop with unreachable exit condition, potentially causing denial of service or other impacts. The advisory does not specify affected versions or detailed technical exploitation information. No CVSS score is assigned, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability affects python3.13 RPMs in Red Hat Hardened Images, potentially allowing issues related to improper loop conditions (CWE-835). The severity is rated high by Red Hat, indicating a significant security risk if unpatched. No known active exploitation has been reported. The impact may include denial of service or other stability issues related to the vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Red Hat has issued updated python3.13 RPM packages (version 3.13.14-1.3.hum1) that address CVE-2026-15308. Users of Red Hat Hardened Images should apply these updates as provided by Red Hat to remediate the vulnerability. No alternative mitigations or workarounds are indicated in the advisory. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor advisory.
CVE-2026-15308: CWE-400 in Python Software Foundation CPython
Description
The incremental HTML parser (html.parser.HTMLParser) allows for CPU denial-of-service through repeated unterminated markup declarations when processing uncontrolled data.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.7high
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
Red Hat released a security advisory RHSA-2026:37535 addressing CVE-2026-15308, a vulnerability in python3.13 packages included in Red Hat Hardened Images RPMs. The update provides new package versions (3.13.14-1.3.hum1) for multiple python3.13 RPMs across aarch64 and x86_64 architectures. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-835, which relates to loop with unreachable exit condition, potentially causing denial of service or other impacts. The advisory does not specify affected versions or detailed technical exploitation information. No CVSS score is assigned, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability affects python3.13 RPMs in Red Hat Hardened Images, potentially allowing issues related to improper loop conditions (CWE-835). The severity is rated high by Red Hat, indicating a significant security risk if unpatched. No known active exploitation has been reported. The impact may include denial of service or other stability issues related to the vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Red Hat has issued updated python3.13 RPM packages (version 3.13.14-1.3.hum1) that address CVE-2026-15308. Users of Red Hat Hardened Images should apply these updates as provided by Red Hat to remediate the vulnerability. No alternative mitigations or workarounds are indicated in the advisory. Patch status is confirmed by the vendor advisory.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Csaf Category
- csaf_security_advisory
- Csaf Version
- 2.0
- Publisher
- Red Hat Product Security
- Advisory Id
- RHSA-2026:37535
- Cve Count
- 1
- Additional Cves
- []
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a50ba2e68715ace4357ce84
Added to database: 07/10/2026, 09:23:58 UTC
Last enriched: 07/10/2026, 09:28:43 UTC
Last updated: 07/11/2026, 02:47:18 UTC
Views: 38
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