DataRow Message Vulnerability in PostgreSQL Server by Jackc
CVE-2026-32286

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
CVE Published:
26 March 2026

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๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-32286?

A vulnerability exists within the DataRow.Decode function of the PostgreSQL server, where it inadequately checks field lengths. An attacker utilizing a malicious PostgreSQL server could send a DataRow message with a negative field length, resulting in a slice bounds out of range panic condition. This flaw underscores the critical need for robust input validation and enhanced security measures when handling data from external sources.

Affected Version(s)

github.com/jackc/pgproto3/v2 0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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