CVE-2026-68762: Medium severity JetBrains Ktor vulnerability

Published Aug 17, 2026
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Updated

In JetBrains Ktor before 3.4.1 potential DoS attack via WebSocket decompression was possible

Affected Software

1 affected component
JetBrains Ktor<3.4.1

Event History

Aug 17, 2026
CVE Published
via NVD·04:17 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-68762?

The severity of CVE-2026-68762 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.9.

2

What does CVE-2026-68762 involve?

CVE-2026-68762 involves a potential DoS attack via WebSocket decompression in JetBrains Ktor before version 3.4.1.

3

How can I mitigate CVE-2026-68762?

To mitigate CVE-2026-68762, upgrade your JetBrains Ktor to version 3.4.1 or later.

4

What is the publication date of CVE-2026-68762?

CVE-2026-68762 was published on August 17, 2026.

5

Which software is affected by CVE-2026-68762?

CVE-2026-68762 affects JetBrains Ktor, specifically versions prior to 3.4.1.

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