CVE-2026-22262: Suricata datasets: stack overflow when saving a set

Published Jan 27, 2026
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Updated

Suricata is a network IDS, IPS and NSM engine. While saving a dataset a stack buffer is used to prepare the data. Prior to versions 8.0.3 and 7.0.14, if the data in the dataset is too large, this can result in a stack overflow. Versions 8.0.3 and 7.0.14 contain a patch. As a workaround, do not use rules with datasets save nor state options.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Suricata Suricata<8.0.3, <7.0.14
OISF Suricata<7.0.14
OISF Suricata>=8.0.0<8.0.3

Event History

Jan 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 15, 58060
Event
via FIRST·12:23 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-22262?

CVE-2026-22262 has a high severity due to the stack overflow risk it introduces in Suricata.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-22262?

To fix CVE-2026-22262, upgrade Suricata to version 8.0.3 or 7.0.14 or later to mitigate the stack overflow vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Suricata are affected by CVE-2026-22262?

Suricata versions prior to 8.0.3 and 7.0.14 are affected by CVE-2026-22262.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2026-22262 enable?

CVE-2026-22262 can potentially allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition through stack overflow.

5

Is there a permanent solution for CVE-2026-22262?

The permanent solution for CVE-2026-22262 is to upgrade to the fixed versions of Suricata, specifically 8.0.3 or 7.0.14.

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