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7.5

SonarQube can be tricked into reading malformed JSON

published 6 days ago
Summary

The SonarQube server processes JSON data using a component called UTF8DataInputJsonParser. A specially crafted JSON file can cause the parser to behave unexpectedly, potentially leading to service disruption or data exposure. Apply the latest SonarQube update or patch provided by the vendor to protect your system.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart sonarqube to version 26.9.0.129388-r0.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart sonarqube < 26.9.0.129388-r0
Fix: upgrade to 26.9.0.129388-r0
Original advisory text
UTF8DataInputJsonParser
Security vulnerability affects the sonarqube package. UTF8DataInputJsonParser.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Timeline
Published30 Oct 2026
Updated30 Oct 2026
First seen30 Oct 2026
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