REDHAT-BUG-2512180: High severity System.Net.WebSockets vulnerability
Published Aug 6, 2026
·Updated
System.Net.WebSockets - vulnerability (fix only for .NET 6+ as the underlying code was introduced in that version)
Affects: 6.0, 8.0, 9.0, 10.0
Affected Software
1 affected component
System.Net.WebSockets=6.0, =8.0, =9.0, =10.0
Event History
Aug 6, 2026
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·09:09 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2512180?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2512180 is classified as high with a score of 7.
2
What versions of .NET are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2512180?
REDHAT-BUG-2512180 affects .NET versions 6.0, 8.0, 9.0, and 10.0.
3
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2512180?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2512180, update to the latest version of .NET 6 or newer.
4
What component is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2512180?
The component affected by REDHAT-BUG-2512180 is System.Net.WebSockets.
5
Is there a fix for older versions of .NET related to REDHAT-BUG-2512180?
No, there is no fix for older versions of .NET regarding REDHAT-BUG-2512180; it is only applicable to .NET 6 and above.