CVE-2026-72568: Redis - Heap Out-of-Bounds Read in Cluster Bus PING Message Handler
Published Aug 10, 2026
·Updated
Rejected reason: Red Hat CNA-LR concluded that this CVE is not valid.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Redis redis<=8.8.1
Event History
Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:40 AM
Rejected
via MITRE·10:40 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:17 AM
Description
Aug 17, 2026
Rejected
via MITRE·02:00 PM
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.