https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q3/258: [vim-security] Heap Buffer Overflow when Loading a Spell File in Vim < 9.2.0846

Published Jul 24, 2026
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
vim Vim<9.2.0846

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-*requested, not yet assigned*?

The severity of CVE-*requested, not yet assigned* is classified as Medium.

2

How do I fix CVE-*requested, not yet assigned*?

To fix CVE-*requested, not yet assigned*, update Vim to version 9.2.0846 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-*requested, not yet assigned*?

CVE-*requested, not yet assigned* is a Heap Buffer Overflow vulnerability.

4

In which versions of Vim is CVE-*requested, not yet assigned* present?

CVE-*requested, not yet assigned* is present in Vim versions prior to 9.2.0846.

5

What impact does CVE-*requested, not yet assigned* have on users?

CVE-*requested, not yet assigned* can lead to potential exploitation through out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities.

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