CVE-2026-73283: Low severity OpenSSH sshd vulnerability
Published Aug 11, 2026
·Updated
In sshd in OpenSSH before 10.5, the restrict keyword (in authorizedkeys) was supposed to be applicable to tunnel forwarding but was not.
Affected Software
1 affected component
OpenSSH sshd<10.5
Event History
Aug 11, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-73283?
The severity of CVE-2026-73283 is rated as low with a score of 2.5.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-73283?
To fix CVE-2026-73283, update your OpenSSH installation to version 10.5 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2026-73283?
CVE-2026-73283 affects OpenSSH sshd prior to version 10.5.
4
What does the restrict keyword issue in CVE-2026-73283 affect?
The restrict keyword issue in CVE-2026-73283 affects tunnel forwarding in OpenSSH.
5
When was CVE-2026-73283 published?
CVE-2026-73283 was published on August 11, 2026.