Null Pointer Dereference in OMEC Project AMF NGAP Message Handler
CVE-2026-8782

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Omec-project

Status
Amf
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-8782?

A vulnerability has been identified in the OMEC Project's AMF, specifically within the NGAP Message Handler component. This flaw allows for a null pointer dereference, which can lead to significant security risks, including potential remote exploitation. Attackers may utilize publicly available exploits to manipulate the affected function in the 'ngap/handler.go' file. To mitigate these risks, it is crucial for users to upgrade to version 2.2.0, which addresses this and other related security issues.

Affected Version(s)

amf 2.1.3-dev

amf 2.2.0

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.

CVE-2026-8782 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/364406
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/vuln/364406/cti
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/submit/811654
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

shovon0203 (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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