CVE-2026-61486
9.8 CRITICALPublished 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-06
AI risk analysis
- Summary
- A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Apache Lucy, which could lead to remote code execution if exploited.
- Exploitability
- Exploitation is difficult due to the need for precise control over the buffer, but preconditions include the presence of untrusted input.
- Blast radius
- If exploited, this could result in complete control over the affected system, leading to potential data loss or system compromise.
- Detection
- No reliable host or network indicator is derivable from the published description.
- Prioritized remediation
- Restrict access to the instance to trusted users and disable the affected feature if possible.
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Analysis generated locally by qwen2.5:7b-instruct (no data left the box). AI-assisted — verify against primary sources before acting.
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
References
- https://lists.apache.org/thread/z88yv1z19ppsd4td4nqtg7q72fvqh01b Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/08/05/7 Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Data: NVD (public domain). Analysis: local $0 model. Defensive use only.