CVE-2026-25772: Wazuh Database Synchronization Vulnerable to Stack-based Buffer Overflow via snprintf Integer Underflow
Wazuh is a free and open source platform used for threat prevention, detection, and response. Starting in version 4.4.0 and prior to version 4.14.3, a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Wazuh Database synchronization module (wdbdeltaevent.c). The SQL query construction logic allows for an integer underflow when calculating the remaining buffer size. This occurs because the code incorrectly aggregates the return value of snprintf. If a specific database synchronization payload exceeds the size of the query buffer (2048 bytes), the size calculation wraps around to a massive integer, effectively removing bounds checking for subsequent writes. This allows an attacker to corrupt the stack, leading to a Denial of Service (DoS) or potentially RCE. Version 4.14.3 fixes the issue.
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-25772?
CVE-2026-25772 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2026-25772?
To mitigate CVE-2026-25772, upgrade Wazuh to version 4.14.3 or later.
What versions of Wazuh are affected by CVE-2026-25772?
CVE-2026-25772 affects Wazuh versions from 4.4.0 up to but not including 4.14.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-25772?
CVE-2026-25772 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability caused by an integer underflow in snprintf.
What are the implications of CVE-2026-25772?
Exploitation of CVE-2026-25772 may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.