CVE-2026-19385: PostgreSQL pg_dump heap buffer overflow executes arbitrary code

Published Aug 13, 2026
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Updated

Heap buffer overflow in PostgreSQL pgdump of long function transform lists allows an object creator to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running pgdump, via a crafted transform list. Versions before PostgreSQL 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, and 14.24 are affected.

Affected Software

1 affected component
PostgreSQL pg_dump<18.5, <17.11, <16.15, <15.19, <14.24

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade PostgreSQL pg_dump to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 18.5
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade PostgreSQL pg_dump to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 17.11
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade PostgreSQL pg_dump to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.15
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade PostgreSQL pg_dump to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 15.19
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade PostgreSQL pg_dump to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 14.24

Event History

Aug 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-19385?

The severity of CVE-2026-19385 is high, with a score of 8.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-19385?

To fix CVE-2026-19385, you should upgrade to PostgreSQL versions 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-19385?

CVE-2026-19385 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability.

4

What impact does CVE-2026-19385 have on PostgreSQL pg_dump?

CVE-2026-19385 allows an object creator to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running pg_dump.

5

Which versions of PostgreSQL are affected by CVE-2026-19385?

PostgreSQL versions prior to 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, and 14.24 are affected by CVE-2026-19385.

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