CVE-2026-72568: Redis - Heap Out-of-Bounds Read in Cluster Bus PING Message Handler
Published Aug 10, 2026
·Updated
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Redis through 8.8.1 allows an adjacent unauthenticated attacker to cause denial of service or information disclosure by sending a specially crafted PING message to the Redis Cluster Bus port.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Redis<=8.8.1
Event History
Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:40 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:17 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-72568?
CVE-2026-72568 has a severity rating of high, with a CVSS score of 7.1.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-72568?
To fix CVE-2026-72568, upgrade to the latest version of Redis that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-72568?
CVE-2026-72568 is a heap out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Redis.
4
Who can exploit CVE-2026-72568?
An adjacent unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2026-72568 by sending a specially crafted PING message.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-72568?
CVE-2026-72568 can lead to denial of service or information disclosure.