Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in Hyperscan Products from Intel

CVE-2026-40694

What is CVE-2026-40694?

An out-of-bounds write vulnerability in certain versions of Intel's Hyperscan allows unprivileged software with authenticated access to potentially launch a denial of service attack. This vulnerability can be exploited locally without requiring extensive internal knowledge or user interaction. As a result, it could lead to significant disruptions in system availability, posing risks to the overall integrity and confidentiality of the affected systems. Organizations using vulnerable versions should prioritize upgrading to mitigate these risks.

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