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7.8
CVE-2026-2521: Open5GS SGW-C can corrupt memory remotely
CVE-2026-2521 · published 8 months ago
Summary
The SGW-C component in Open5GS versions up to 2.7.6 can be tricked into overwriting its own memory when it processes a crafted response. An attacker on the network could cause this from a distance, potentially leading to service disruption or further compromise. Update Open5GS to a version that includes the fix or apply the vendor's recommended patch as soon as possible.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| open5gs | open5gs |
<= 2.7.6 cpe:2.3:a:open5gs:open5gs:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
Open5GS SGW-C sgwc_s5c_handle_create_session_response memory corruption
A weakness has been identified in Open5GS up to 2.7.6. This issue affects the function sgwc_s5c_handle_create_session_response of the component SGW-C. Executing a manipulation can lead to memory corruption. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
References
- https://github.com/open5gs/open5gs/ URL
- https://vuldb.com/?id.346109 Vendor Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.738334 Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/open5gs/open5gs/issues/4282 Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/open5gs/open5gs/issues/4282#issue-3807902188 Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2026/2xxx/CVE-2026-2521.j... Vendor Advisory
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-2521 Vendor Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.346109 Third Party Advisory
Internet-facing
14 days
Internal
60 days
- Not known to be exploited
- Can be exploited automatically
- Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
7.8
High
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published15 Feb 2026
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen6 Mar 2026
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