CVE-2026-43829

Deferred Deferred - Pending Action

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Publication date: 2026-07-31

Last updated on: 2026-10-20

Assigner: CSA

Description

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the password functionality could allow an unauthenticated attacker to achieve code execution when the SafeEnhancement feature is enabled.

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Published

2026-07-31

Last Modified

2026-10-20

Generated

2026-11-08

AI Q&A

2026-07-31

EPSS Evaluated

2026-11-07

NVD

CVE-2026-43829

EUVD

EUVD-2026-51385

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-121	A stack-based buffer overflow condition is a condition where the buffer being overwritten is allocated on the stack (i.e., is a local variable or, rarely, a parameter to a function).

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Executive Summary

This is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the password functionality. When the SafeEnhancement feature is enabled, an unauthenticated attacker could exploit it to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Detection Guidance

Detection methods are not specified in the provided CVE details. Focus on monitoring for stack-based buffer overflows in password functionality when SafeEnhancement is enabled. Check logs for unusual code execution patterns or crashes in affected services.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain control of the system, steal data, install malware, or disrupt services. Since it requires no authentication, any exposed system with the SafeEnhancement feature enabled is at high risk.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or loss of sensitive information, violating GDPR, HIPAA, and other compliance requirements. Organizations must address it to maintain regulatory compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Disable the SafeEnhancement feature if enabled to prevent exploitation. Apply vendor patches or updates as soon as they become available. Monitor network traffic for unusual activity related to password handling or code execution attempts.

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