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CVE-2026-78701

MEDIUM · CVSS 6.5 EPSS 0.42% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-25 · Last synced 2026-09-18

CyberRota Analysis

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A vulnerability exists in the 389-ds-base that allows remote, authenticated attackers to exploit the Simple Authentication and Security Layer (SASL) UNBIND process. By sending a specially crafted request, attackers can cause the server to stall, resulting in resource exhaustion and a Denial of Service (DoS). Organizations using 389-ds-base should prioritize addressing this issue to prevent potential service disruptions.

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CVE
CVE-2026-78701
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
6.5
EPSS
0.42%

Original NVD Description

A flaw was found in 389-ds-base. A remote, authenticated attacker could exploit a vulnerability in the Simple Authentication and Security Layer (SASL) UNBIND process. By sending a specially crafted request, the attacker can cause a connection to stall, leading to resource exhaustion and a Denial of Service (DoS) for the server.