https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q3/153: CVE-2026-57074: XML::Baversions through 0.53 for Perl have an unbounded character lookahead

Published Jul 16, 2026
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Updated

Affected Software

0 affected components
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-57074?

CVE-2026-57074 has a high severity due to its potential for denial-of-service attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-57074?

To fix CVE-2026-57074, upgrade to XML::Bare version 0.54 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-57074?

CVE-2026-57074 affects all versions of XML::Bare through 0.53 for Perl.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-57074?

CVE-2026-57074 is an unbounded character lookahead vulnerability.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-57074?

There is no known workaround for CVE-2026-57074; updating is the only solution.

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