CVE-2026-3816: OWASP DefectDojo SonarQubeParser/MSDefenderParser parser.py input_zip.read denial of service

Published Mar 9, 2026
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Updated

A security vulnerability has been detected in OWASP DefectDojo up to 2.55.4. This vulnerability affects the function inputzip.read of the file parser.py of the component SonarQubeParser/MSDefenderParser. The manipulation leads to denial of service. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used. Upgrading to version 2.56.0 is able to resolve this issue. The identifier of the patch is e8f1e5131535b8fd80a7b1b3085d676295fdcd41. Upgrading the affected component is recommended.

Affected Software

2 affected components
npm/defectdojo<=2.55.4
OWASP DefectDojo<2.56.0

Event History

Mar 9, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:02 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:16 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 9, 58172
Event
via FIRST·07:47 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-3816?

CVE-2026-3816 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability, which can lead to service interruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-3816?

To fix CVE-2026-3816, update OWASP DefectDojo to version 2.55.5 or later.

3

What versions of OWASP DefectDojo are affected by CVE-2026-3816?

CVE-2026-3816 affects OWASP DefectDojo versions up to and including 2.55.4.

4

What components are impacted by CVE-2026-3816?

CVE-2026-3816 impacts the SonarQubeParser and MSDefenderParser components in the parser.py file.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2026-3816?

The nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2026-3816 is an input zip read function that can be exploited to cause a denial of service.

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