CVE-2026-61486

9.8 CRITICAL

Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-06

AI risk analysis

Summary: A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Apache Lucy, allowing attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code through crafted input.
Exploitability: Exploitation is likely if an attacker can send malicious input, but since the project is retired, no active exploits are available.
Blast radius: If exploited, this could result in complete compromise of affected systems and data loss.
Prioritized remediation: Discontinue use of Apache Lucy and migrate to a supported alternative.

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NVD description

** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Apache Lucy. This issue affects Apache Lucy: all versions. As this project is retired, we do not plan to release a version that fixes this issue. Users are recommended to find an alternative or restrict access to the instance to trusted users. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weaknesses

CWE-121

Vendors

apache

Products

lucy

All references

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