https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q1/293: [ADVISORY] curl: CVE-2026-3784: wrong proxy connection use with cdentials
Published Mar 11, 2026
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Affected Software
1 affected component
redhat/curl>=7.7<=8.18.0
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-3784?
CVE-2026-3784 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access through improper proxy connection handling.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-3784?
To fix CVE-2026-3784, update curl to the latest version where this vulnerability has been patched.
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What are the implications of CVE-2026-3784?
CVE-2026-3784 can lead to credential leakage and unauthorized access when using HTTP proxy with improper connection reuse.
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Who is affected by CVE-2026-3784?
CVE-2026-3784 affects users of curl that utilize HTTP proxies with authentication credentials.
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When was CVE-2026-3784 published?
CVE-2026-3784 was published on March 11, 2026.