https://reddit.com/r/cybersecurity/comments/1tvtyo0/a_twoyearold_rce_bug_in_redis_was_just_made/: A two-year-old RCE bug in Redis was just made public. An AI tool found it. The full exploit chain is out.
Published Jun 3, 2026
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Affected Software
1 affected component
Redis redis>=7.2.0<7.2.14, >=7.4.0<7.4.9, >=8.2.0<8.2.6, >=8.4.0<8.4.3, >=8.6.0<8.6.3
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-23479?
CVE-2026-23479 has a high severity rating due to its remote code execution capabilities.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-23479?
To fix CVE-2026-23479, upgrade Redis to the latest version where the vulnerability is patched.
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What versions of Redis are affected by CVE-2026-23479?
CVE-2026-23479 affects all Redis versions starting from 7.2.0 up to the patched release.
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Can CVE-2026-23479 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-23479 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the server.
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What is the nature of CVE-2026-23479 vulnerability?
CVE-2026-23479 is a use-after-free vulnerability that occurs due to two separate commits interacting in a harmful way.