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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: refint module
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.4, 17 up to 17.10, 16 up to 16.14, 15 up to 15.18, 0 up to 14.23
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
A stack-based buffer overflow in the PostgreSQL "refint" module allows authenticated database users to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the operating system user running the database.

Executive Summary:
A critical buffer overflow vulnerability in the PostgreSQL refint module could allow an authenticated attacker to achieve remote code execution on the underlying host.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-6637

Affected Software: PostgreSQL refint module

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.4, 17 up to 17.10, 16 up to 16.14, 15 up to 15.18, 0 up to 14.23

Vulnerability: This is a stack-based buffer overflow (CWE-121) occurring within the "refint" module. The vulnerability requires the attacker to be an authenticated database user to trigger the flaw, which can lead to full system compromise.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability grants an attacker the ability to execute arbitrary code as the OS user running the database process. Given the high CVSS score of 8.8, this represents a severe risk of unauthorized system access, data exfiltration, and potential lateral movement within the network.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Upgrade PostgreSQL to the latest patched version (e.g., 18.4, 17.10, 16.14, 15.18, or 14.23) as provided by the vendor.

Proactive Monitoring: Review database audit logs for suspicious function calls or unexpected service crashes that may indicate exploitation attempts.

Compensating Controls: Restrict database access to trusted users only and ensure the database process runs with the principle of least privilege at the operating system level to limit the impact of code execution.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of May 15, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. Due to the nature of stack-based buffer overflows, this flaw is inherently dangerous and should be prioritized for patching.

Analyst Recommendation

The severity of this vulnerability, combined with the potential for arbitrary code execution, necessitates immediate action. Administrators should verify their current PostgreSQL version and apply the appropriate security updates provided by the PostgreSQL Global Development Group without delay.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: libpq
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.4, 17 up to 17.10, 16 up to 16.14, 15 up to 15.18, 0 up to 14.23
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
The use of the inherently dangerous function PQfn in the PostgreSQL libpq library creates a security risk potentially allowing arbitrary code execution when processing malicious input.

Executive Summary:
The use of an insecure function in PostgreSQL's libpq library poses a significant risk of arbitrary code execution if triggered by malicious input.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-6477

Affected Software: PostgreSQL libpq

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.4, 17 up to 17.10, 16 up to 16.14, 15 up to 15.18, 0 up to 14.23

Vulnerability: This vulnerability involves the use of the inherently dangerous function "PQfn" (CWE-242). While the CVSS vector indicates user interaction is required, the vulnerability can be triggered in a way that leads to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Business Impact

The potential for arbitrary code execution makes this a critical security concern. A successful exploit could lead to full system compromise, allowing an attacker to gain control over the database environment and access sensitive data, resulting in significant operational and reputational damage.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update all PostgreSQL instances and client-side applications utilizing the libpq library to the latest patched versions.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor application logs for errors related to library calls and investigate any unusual process behavior associated with database client applications.

Compensating Controls: Implement robust input validation and sanitization for all data processed by database client applications to prevent the injection of malicious payloads.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of May 15, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The reliance on an inherently dangerous function highlights the need for a code-level fix, which is provided in the latest vendor updates.

Analyst Recommendation

Organizations should treat this vulnerability with high priority. Apply the vendor-provided patches across all affected server and client infrastructure to eliminate the risk associated with the insecure function usage.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: pg_basebackup and pg_rewind
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.4, 17 up to 17.10, 16 up to 16.14, 15 up to 15.18, 0 up to 14.23
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
A symlink following vulnerability in PostgreSQL's pg_basebackup and pg_rewind tools allows a superuser to overwrite arbitrary local files on the system.

Executive Summary:
A symlink following flaw in PostgreSQL utilities allows a privileged user to overwrite local files, posing a significant risk to system integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-6475

Affected Software: PostgreSQL pg_basebackup / pg_rewind

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.4, 17 up to 17.10, 16 up to 16.14, 15 up to 15.18, 0 up to 14.23

Vulnerability: This is a Unix Symbolic Link (Symlink) Following vulnerability (CWE-61). By manipulating symlinks, a superuser can force the affected utilities to write data to arbitrary locations on the filesystem, leading to unauthorized file overwriting.

Business Impact

Exploitation of this flaw allows a superuser to overwrite critical system files, which could lead to system instability, privilege escalation, or the destruction of essential data. With a CVSS score of 8.8, the potential for system-wide impact is high and must be addressed to maintain the security posture of the database host.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update PostgreSQL installations to the latest versions to receive the necessary security fixes for these utilities.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor filesystem activity for unexpected write operations or modifications to critical system files by the database service user.

Compensating Controls: Limit access to the server's filesystem and ensure that administrative users follow strict operational procedures when performing backups or rewinds.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of May 15, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The vulnerability requires a level of privilege that makes it a targeted risk, yet it remains critical due to the potential for total system compromise.

Analyst Recommendation

The risk of file overwrite requires that all administrators update their PostgreSQL tools to the versions specified by the vendor. Ensure that the update process covers all environments where pg_basebackup or pg_rewind might be executed.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: See vendor advisory for affected versions
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Description Summary:
An integer wraparound vulnerability in PostgreSQL allows an unprivileged database user to cause out-of-bounds memory writes.

Executive Summary:
An integer wraparound vulnerability in PostgreSQL can be leveraged by unprivileged users to cause memory corruption and potential system-level impact.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-6473

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for affected versions

Vulnerability: An integer wraparound flaw in server features allows an unprivileged database user to trigger undersized memory allocations, resulting in out-of-bounds writes.

Business Impact

This vulnerability could be used to crash the database server or potentially achieve arbitrary code execution within the database process context. With a CVSS score of 8.8, this flaw represents a significant risk to database confidentiality and availability.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Apply the latest security patches provided by the PostgreSQL Global Development Group or your package maintainer.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor database server logs for unexpected crashes or error patterns indicative of memory corruption.

Compensating Controls: Enforce strict permissions on database users to limit the potential impact of an exploited session.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: False

Analyst Notes: As of May 15, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation of this vulnerability. However, due to the nature of the flaw, the potential for exploitation is high.

Analyst Recommendation

Database administrators should review the official PostgreSQL security advisories and apply the recommended patches to all affected instances immediately to mitigate the risk of memory corruption.

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VENDOR: Jellystat
PRODUCT: Jellystat
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: Prior to 1.1.10
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Description Summary:
Jellystat is vulnerable to SQL injection and subsequent remote code execution due to improper sanitization of user-supplied data in API endpoints.

Executive Summary:
An authenticated attacker can perform SQL injection in Jellystat, enabling full database access and arbitrary command execution on the PostgreSQL server.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-41167

Affected Software: Jellystat

Affected Versions: Prior to 1.1.10

Vulnerability: The application fails to sanitize inputs in multiple API endpoints, allowing an authenticated user to inject SQL commands. Because the database role often has superuser privileges, this can be escalated to RCE via the COPY ... TO PROGRAM command.

Business Impact

This vulnerability allows for the total compromise of the database and the underlying server. Attackers can steal sensitive configuration data, including API keys and credentials, and gain complete control of the host system. The CVSS score of 9.1 reflects the extreme risk of total system takeover.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update Jellystat to version 1.1.10 or later immediately.

Proactive Monitoring: Review PostgreSQL logs for suspicious COPY commands or unexpected shell execution attempts originating from the application user.

Compensating Controls: Implement strict database role permissions (Principle of Least Privilege) to ensure the application user cannot execute system commands like COPY ... TO PROGRAM.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of Apr 22, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation of this vulnerability. However, due to the nature of the flaw, the potential for exploitation is high.

Analyst Recommendation

The combination of SQL injection and RCE makes this a critical priority. Administrators must update the application immediately and re-evaluate the database permissions used by the service to minimize the impact of potential future vulnerabilities.

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VENDOR: ElectricSQL
PRODUCT: Electric
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 1.1.12 to before 1.5.0
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Description Summary:
ElectricSQL is vulnerable to error-based SQL injection via the /v1/shape API, allowing authenticated users to read, modify, or destroy database contents.

Executive Summary:
An authenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the ElectricSQL sync engine allows attackers to perform full database manipulation.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-40906

Affected Software: ElectricSQL Electric

Affected Versions: 1.1.12 to before 1.5.0

Vulnerability: The vulnerability resides in the order_by parameter of the /v1/shape API, where insufficient validation allows an authenticated user to inject malicious SQL queries into the underlying PostgreSQL database.

Business Impact

With a CVSS score of 9.9, this vulnerability allows an authenticated attacker to bypass all database access controls. This results in a high risk of data destruction, unauthorized data exfiltration, and full database compromise, which could lead to severe operational disruption and regulatory non-compliance.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Upgrade ElectricSQL to version 1.5.0 or later to patch the vulnerable API endpoint.

Proactive Monitoring: Examine database audit logs for anomalous query patterns or unexpected data modification attempts.

Compensating Controls: Enforce strict API authentication and rate-limiting, and ensure the database service account operates with the minimum required privileges.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown

Analyst Notes: As of Apr 21, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation of this vulnerability. However, due to the nature of the flaw, the potential for exploitation is high.

Analyst Recommendation

This vulnerability represents a critical threat to database integrity. Given that the impact includes the ability to destroy data, administrators must prioritize updating to version 1.5.0 and perform an immediate review of database access logs for signs of suspicious activity.

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VENDOR: Vendure
PRODUCT: Vendure
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 1.7.4 through 3.6.1
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Description Summary:
An unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the Vendure Shop API allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the backend database.

Executive Summary:
An unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the Vendure Shop API permits remote attackers to execute arbitrary database queries, leading to potential unauthorized data access or modification.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-40887

Affected Software: Vendure

Affected Versions: 1.7.4 through 3.6.1

Vulnerability: Input validation failure in the Shop API allows unauthenticated users to inject malicious SQL into query string parameters, which are processed without sufficient sanitization.

Business Impact

This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 9.1, indicating a critical risk to business operations. Exploitation could result in the exfiltration of sensitive customer data, unauthorized administrative access, or complete database corruption, causing significant reputational and operational harm.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Upgrade to versions 2.3.4, 3.5.7, or 3.6.2 depending on your current deployment branch.

Proactive Monitoring: Review database query logs for syntax errors, unexpected union selects, or signs of reconnaissance activity targeting the Vendure Shop API.

Compensating Controls: Apply the provided vendor hotfix to the RequestContextService to validate languageCode inputs, or implement a WAF rule to block suspicious SQL injection patterns in query strings.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of Apr 21, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation of this vulnerability. However, due to the nature of the flaw, the potential for exploitation is high.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the ease of exploitation and the potential for total database compromise, organizations must apply the provided patches or hotfixes immediately. Ensure all database backends (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite) are protected by the updated validation logic.

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VENDOR: Mintplex Labs
PRODUCT: AnythingLLM
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions
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Description Summary:
AnythingLLM contains a high-severity vulnerability related to how it processes content into context for Large Language Models, potentially leading to unauthorized access.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability in AnythingLLM allows for the potential compromise of LLM context and system integrity, posing a severe risk to AI-integrated data workflows.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-32628

Affected Software: Mintplex Labs AnythingLLM

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions

Vulnerability: The vulnerability exists in the application's core logic for transforming content into LLM context. While specific technical details are limited, it likely involves improper sanitization of inputs, which could allow an unauthenticated or low-privileged attacker to influence the LLM's behavior or access sensitive data.

Business Impact

With a CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability is classified as High-to-Critical. A successful exploit could lead to the exposure of private documents used as context, the injection of malicious instructions into the LLM, or broader system compromise, severely impacting the reliability and security of AI-driven business operations.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Apply the latest security patches provided by Mintplex Labs for the AnythingLLM application immediately.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor application logs for anomalous content ingestion requests or unusual patterns in LLM interaction history.

Compensating Controls: Isolate the AnythingLLM instance within a restricted network segment and implement strict API authentication to limit the attack surface.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of March 18, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation of this vulnerability. The high CVSS score reflects the significant access an attacker could gain to sensitive organizational data used in AI training and chatting.

Analyst Recommendation

The urgency for this remediation is high due to the 8.8 CVSS score. Security teams should prioritize the update of AnythingLLM instances to prevent attackers from compromising the integrity of the organization's LLM context and associated data repositories.

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VENDOR: WeKnora
PRODUCT: WeKnora LLM Framework
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: Prior to version 0.2.12
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Description Summary:
A remote code execution vulnerability in WeKnora's database query functionality allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass SQL injection protections via PostgreSQL array expressions.

Executive Summary:
WeKnora faces a critical unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability where attackers can bypass SQL injection filters to execute arbitrary code on the database server.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-30860

Affected Software: WeKnora LLM Framework

Affected Versions: Prior to version 0.2.12

Vulnerability: The application's validation system fails to recursively inspect child nodes within PostgreSQL array and row expressions. This allows an unauthenticated attacker to smuggle dangerous functions, such as large object operations, to achieve RCE with the privileges of the database user.

Business Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability results in full compromise of the database server. Attackers can exfiltrate entire datasets, corrupt document stores, or gain a foothold for further network attacks. The CVSS score of 9.9 reflects the high impact of bypassing security controls to achieve unauthenticated code execution.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update the WeKnora framework to version 0.2.12 immediately to resolve the recursive validation flaw.

Proactive Monitoring: Review PostgreSQL logs for unusual function calls (e.g., lo_import, lo_export) and monitor for anomalous SQL syntax involving complex array expressions.

Compensating Controls: Apply the principle of least privilege to the database user account to limit the impact of a successful SQL injection or RCE.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: true

Analyst Notes: As of Mar 7, 2026, the technical details for bypassing the validation system are public. The ability to chain SQL injection into RCE makes this a highly attractive target for threat actors.

Analyst Recommendation

This is a critical vulnerability that bypasses standard SQL injection protections. Immediate patching to version 0.2.12 is the only effective way to ensure the security of the database and the WeKnora application environment.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: PostgreSQL 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
A heap-based buffer overflow in the PostgreSQL pg_dump utility allows an authenticated user to achieve arbitrary code execution as the OS user running the utility via a crafted transform list.

Executive Summary:
A heap buffer overflow vulnerability in PostgreSQL allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code, posing a critical risk to database integrity and host system security.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-19385

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: PostgreSQL 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24

Vulnerability: This is a heap-based buffer overflow (CWE-122) within the pg_dump utility. It can be triggered by an authenticated low-privileged user providing a specially crafted transform list, leading to execution of arbitrary code with the privileges of the system user executing the dump operation.

Business Impact

The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 8.8, reflecting the high potential for total compromise of the system running the database backup processes. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized data access, modification of critical database objects, or complete system takeover. Organizations relying on automated backup routines are at particular risk, as these processes often run with elevated service account privileges.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update PostgreSQL instances to the latest patched versions (18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24) as specified by the vendor.

Proactive Monitoring: Review system logs for unusual pg_dump execution patterns or unexpected crashes associated with database utility processes.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to database administrative functions and ensure that service accounts running backup utilities operate under the principle of least privilege.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No (unknown).

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is inherently dangerous due to the nature of buffer overflows in system utilities that interact with user-controlled data.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the severity of potential remote code execution, administrators must prioritize patching all PostgreSQL environments immediately. Ensure that the update cycle is completed across all production, staging, and development instances to prevent lateral movement from compromised lower-environment database nodes.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
A vulnerability in PostgreSQL pg_dump allows a malicious superuser on an origin server to inject arbitrary code that executes during restoration on a client system via psql meta-commands.

Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability in PostgreSQL pg_dump allows for remote code execution on client systems during the restoration of database dumps originating from a compromised server.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-18408

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24

Vulnerability: This vulnerability involves the inclusion of functionality from an untrusted control sphere (CWE-829) during the pg_dump process. A malicious database superuser can inject arbitrary code into the dump file, which executes with the privileges of the operating system account performing the restore via the psql command.

Business Impact

With a CVSS score of 8.8, this flaw poses a severe risk to administrative workstations and backup servers. A successful exploit could lead to full compromise of the client operating system, resulting in lateral movement within the network or the theft of sensitive credentials and data stored on the client machine.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update all PostgreSQL installations to the latest version and exercise extreme caution when restoring database dumps from untrusted or external sources.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor restoration activities for the execution of unexpected psql meta-commands or anomalous child processes spawned by the restore operation.

Compensating Controls: Ensure that database restores are performed within isolated or hardened environments to limit the impact of potential code execution.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The attack requires a user to perform a restoration from a malicious source, making user interaction a critical factor in the exploit chain.

Analyst Recommendation

This vulnerability highlights the risks associated with trusting external database dump files. Administrators should apply the provided updates and implement strict policies regarding the origin of database backups to prevent potential code execution.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
A type confusion vulnerability in the PostgreSQL portal and cursor lifecycle allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary code as the system user running the database.

Executive Summary:
A critical type confusion vulnerability in PostgreSQL enables authenticated database users to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the database service account.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-16239

Affected Software: PostgreSQL PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24

Vulnerability: This vulnerability involves type confusion (CWE-843) within the portal and cursor management lifecycle of PostgreSQL. By re-creating cursors or portals with incompatible types, an authenticated user can deceive the engine, resulting in arbitrary code execution on the underlying host operating system.

Business Impact

The ability to execute arbitrary code as the database service account provides an attacker with complete control over the database environment. This could lead to full data exfiltration, permanent data loss, or the use of the database server as a pivot point for lateral movement within the network. The CVSS score of 8.8 reflects the high severity of full system compromise.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Apply the latest security updates provided by the PostgreSQL project to all instances, ensuring versions are patched beyond the affected ranges.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor for unusual cursor activity or errors in database logs that may indicate attempts to manipulate portal lifecycles in an unauthorized manner.

Compensating Controls: Ensure the database service runs with the principle of least privilege, minimizing the permissions available to the operating system user account running the process.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: False

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. Type confusion vulnerabilities are often complex to exploit but represent a significant threat to the security of the underlying host.

Analyst Recommendation

This vulnerability represents a severe threat to infrastructure security. Organizations must treat this as a high priority, applying the necessary patches to their PostgreSQL environments immediately to prevent potential system-level compromise by malicious internal actors.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: PostgreSQL 18 up to (excluding) 18.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
A type confusion vulnerability in the pg_restore_attribute_stats function allows an authenticated object creator to execute arbitrary code on the PostgreSQL server.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity type confusion vulnerability in PostgreSQL allows an authenticated user to perform arbitrary code execution by conflating range and multirange values.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-16238

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: PostgreSQL 18 up to (excluding) 18.5

Vulnerability: The flaw resides in the pg_restore_attribute_stats function. An authenticated user with permissions to create objects can exploit a type confusion between range and multirange values to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the database service account.

Business Impact

The CVSS score of 8.8 reflects the high risk of this vulnerability. Successful exploitation permits an attacker to gain control over the underlying operating system user, which may lead to unauthorized data access, privilege escalation, and persistent threats to the database infrastructure. Maintaining the integrity of the database host is essential for overall business continuity.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Upgrade PostgreSQL instances running version 18 to version 18.5 or higher to resolve the vulnerability.

Proactive Monitoring: Audit logs for unusual object creation activities or unexpected calls to statistics-related functions.

Compensating Controls: Limit the ability of standard database users to create objects or perform administrative tasks that involve statistics restoration.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The requirement for the attacker to be an object creator limits the immediate attack surface but remains a critical concern for multi-tenant or shared database environments.

Analyst Recommendation

Security teams should treat this vulnerability as a priority for all PostgreSQL 18 deployments. Upgrading to the patched version is the necessary step to prevent potential exploitation and ensure the security of the database environment.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: PostgreSQL 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
An integer wraparound vulnerability in the PostgreSQL fuzzystrmatch module allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted inputs to specific string functions.

Executive Summary:
A critical integer wraparound flaw in the PostgreSQL fuzzystrmatch extension permits authenticated users to execute arbitrary code on the database server.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-15742

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: PostgreSQL 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24

Vulnerability: The vulnerability exists within the fuzzystrmatch module, specifically in the levenshtein and levenshtein_less_equal functions. By providing extreme inputs, an authenticated user can trigger an integer wraparound that facilitates memory corruption and subsequent arbitrary code execution.

Business Impact

With a CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability represents a significant risk to the host server. The ability to execute arbitrary code allows an attacker to bypass standard database security controls, potentially leading to full system takeover. This could result in severe operational disruption and the loss of sensitive data stored within the database environment.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update PostgreSQL to the latest version (e.g., 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24) to patch the fuzzystrmatch module.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor database query logs for unusual or excessively long inputs directed at the levenshtein or levenshtein_less_equal functions.

Compensating Controls: If immediate patching is not possible, disable the fuzzystrmatch extension to prevent abuse of the vulnerable functions.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The reliance on extreme inputs suggests that while the impact is high, successful exploitation requires specific knowledge of the function's internal logic.

Analyst Recommendation

Administrative teams must apply the relevant security patches immediately to eliminate this attack vector. Disabling the affected extension is a viable temporary measure for systems where an immediate upgrade is not feasible but the functionality is not strictly required for operations.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
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Description Summary:
A SQL injection vulnerability in the PostgreSQL EXTRACT function allows an object owner to execute arbitrary SQL commands as a superuser.

Executive Summary:
A critical SQL injection vulnerability in PostgreSQL allows privilege escalation by object owners, potentially granting them superuser control over the entire database instance.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-15741

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 (pre-18.5), 17 (pre-17.11), 16 (pre-16.15), 15 (pre-15.19), and 14 (pre-14.24)

Vulnerability: This is a classic SQL injection vulnerability (CWE-89) found within the EXTRACT function deparse mechanism. It allows a user who already possesses object ownership to execute malicious SQL, effectively elevating their privileges to superuser status.

Business Impact

The ability to escalate privileges to superuser allows an attacker to bypass all database security controls, potentially resulting in complete data theft, modification, or destruction. With a CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability poses a severe threat to the integrity and confidentiality of any application relying on the affected PostgreSQL versions.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Apply the vendor-provided security patches by upgrading to the latest minor version for the respective major release (e.g., 18.5, 17.11, etc.).

Proactive Monitoring: Review database audit logs for anomalous SQL commands, specifically those involving the EXTRACT function or attempts to modify sensitive system objects.

Compensating Controls: Restrict the ability of users to create or define new objects if they do not strictly require such privileges, and enforce the principle of least privilege for all database accounts.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown.

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. Privilege escalation flaws in foundational database software are high-value targets for attackers.

Analyst Recommendation

Database administrators should treat this update with the highest urgency. Upgrade cycles for database engines should be accelerated to address this privilege escalation risk, ensuring that superuser access remains strictly controlled and monitored.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: PostgreSQL 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A type confusion vulnerability in PostgreSQL internal data type arguments allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the database service account.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity type confusion vulnerability in PostgreSQL allows authenticated database users to achieve remote code execution on the underlying host.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14680

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: PostgreSQL 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24

Vulnerability: This flaw involves a type confusion issue within the handling of internal data type arguments. An authenticated user can trigger this condition by calling specific functions, which leads to arbitrary code execution as the operating system user running the database process.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation results in full system compromise, as the attacker gains the execution privileges of the database service. Given the CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability poses a severe risk to data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Unauthorized code execution could lead to complete data exfiltration, lateral movement within the network, or total destruction of database services.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update all affected PostgreSQL instances to the latest patched versions (e.g., 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24) as provided by the vendor.

Proactive Monitoring: Review database audit logs for suspicious function calls or unusual activity initiated by non-privileged accounts.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to database functions and ensure that only trusted users have the necessary permissions to execute administrative or internal functions.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is inherently dangerous due to the potential for privilege escalation to the host operating system.

Analyst Recommendation

Organizations should prioritize patching this vulnerability immediately. Given that the vulnerability allows for code execution via authenticated function calls, applying the vendor-supplied updates is the only definitive method to mitigate the risk of host compromise.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
An integer wraparound vulnerability in 32-bit PostgreSQL builds of pltcl and plperl enables authenticated attackers to cause undersized memory allocations and trigger out-of-bounds writes.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity integer wraparound flaw in PostgreSQL 32-bit builds allows authenticated attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code or crash the database server.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14677

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24

Vulnerability: This is an integer overflow or wraparound vulnerability (CWE-190) occurring within the pltcl and plperl language extensions. An attacker with authenticated access can provide crafted function bodies that manipulate memory allocation sizes, leading to out-of-bounds memory access.

Business Impact

The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 8.8, reflecting the significant risk of total compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to gain elevated control over the database environment, leading to unauthorized data exfiltration, modification, or complete service disruption.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Upgrade to the latest patched PostgreSQL release (e.g., 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24) as specified in the official vendor security advisory.

Proactive Monitoring: Review database audit logs for unusual function execution patterns or unexpected server crashes that may indicate exploitation attempts.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to database administrative functions and the ability to create or modify procedural language functions to trusted users only.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is technically complex, requiring specific 32-bit build configurations and authenticated access to trigger the overflow.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the potential for total system compromise, organizations running 32-bit PostgreSQL instances must prioritize these updates. Apply the vendor-provided patches immediately to eliminate the risk of out-of-bounds memory corruption.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A heap-based buffer overflow in the PostgreSQL pg_stat_statements module allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by crafting queries containing array constants.

Executive Summary:
A critical heap buffer overflow in the PostgreSQL pg_stat_statements module enables authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code with database service privileges.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14676

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.5

Vulnerability: The vulnerability exists within the pg_stat_statements module and is triggered by processing crafted queries containing array constants. The attack vector requires the user to have the ability to execute queries, which constitutes an authenticated privilege level.

Business Impact

The impact of this vulnerability is severe, as it allows for arbitrary code execution under the context of the database service account. This can lead to total loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the database system. With a CVSS score of 8.8, this flaw necessitates urgent attention to prevent unauthorized access or system-wide compromise.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update PostgreSQL installations to version 18.5 or the latest available maintenance release to address the overflow vulnerability.

Proactive Monitoring: Review database logs for malformed or unusually structured queries, particularly those involving array constants, which may indicate an attempt to trigger this heap overflow.

Compensating Controls: Implement strict input validation for database queries and ensure that database users are granted only the minimum necessary privileges to perform their required tasks.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is technically significant because it targets a common extension, potentially affecting a large number of deployments if not patched promptly.

Analyst Recommendation

The risk posed by this heap buffer overflow is substantial. Administrators are strongly advised to apply the vendor-provided updates immediately to secure their database environments against potential remote code execution.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A type confusion vulnerability in the PostgreSQL refint module allows authenticated object creators to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database.

Executive Summary:
A type confusion vulnerability within the PostgreSQL refint module permits authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code, threatening the security of the database host.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14671

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a type confusion flaw in the refint module, which occurs during object creation. Exploitation requires the attacker to have authenticated access to the database to perform the necessary object manipulations.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation results in arbitrary code execution with the permissions of the database process, potentially granting the attacker full control over the host system. Given the CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability poses a critical risk to data integrity and infrastructure stability, making rapid remediation essential.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Apply the vendor-provided security updates, upgrading to version 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24 as appropriate for your environment.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor for unexpected database errors related to reference integrity checks or unusual object creation patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts.

Compensating Controls: Limit access to administrative or object creation functions to a strictly defined set of authorized users and monitor database service logs for signs of anomalous behavior.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. Type confusion vulnerabilities can be complex to weaponize, but they remain a high-priority concern due to the potential for full system compromise.

Analyst Recommendation

The vulnerability in the refint module is a serious security flaw that requires prompt patching. Organizations must ensure that their PostgreSQL software is updated to the latest secure versions to mitigate the risk of unauthorized code execution.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A heap-based buffer overflow in the PostgreSQL plperl module allows authenticated function owners to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the database operating system user.

Executive Summary:
A heap buffer overflow vulnerability in PostgreSQL allows authenticated attackers to achieve remote code execution, posing a significant threat to database integrity and system security.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14670

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24

Vulnerability: This vulnerability involves a heap-based buffer overflow triggered during the return of a tied hash in the plperl module. The attacker must have sufficient privileges to create or modify a function body, making this an authenticated exploit vector.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the PostgreSQL service. This level of access typically results in full system compromise, unauthorized data exfiltration, and potential lateral movement within the network. Given the CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability represents a high-risk scenario that requires immediate remediation to prevent complete database and host takeover.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Upgrade to the latest patched versions provided by the PostgreSQL Global Development Group, specifically versions 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24 and later.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor database audit logs for unusual function creation activity or suspicious execution patterns involving the plperl language.

Compensating Controls: Restrict the ability to create or execute functions using the plperl language to trusted database users only, and ensure the database process runs with the principle of least privilege.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While exploitation is not confirmed, the nature of buffer overflow vulnerabilities often makes them high-value targets for adversaries seeking remote code execution.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the severity of the potential impact, organizations should prioritize patching their PostgreSQL instances. Administrators must verify their current version and apply the appropriate update from the official PostgreSQL security support portal as soon as possible.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A heap buffer overflow in the PostgreSQL to_char(timestamptz) function allows an authenticated user to execute arbitrary code via a malicious POSIX timezone abbreviation.

Executive Summary:
An authenticated attacker can exploit a heap buffer overflow in the PostgreSQL timezone handling logic to execute arbitrary code on the database server.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14669

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24

Vulnerability: This is a heap-based buffer overflow (CWE-122) triggered by the to_char(timestamptz) function. An authenticated attacker who can influence the timezone parameter can provide a long, malicious POSIX string to cause memory corruption and arbitrary code execution.

Business Impact

The CVSS score of 8.8 highlights the critical nature of this flaw, which allows for remote code execution within the context of the database service. This provides an attacker with the ability to perform unauthorized data exfiltration, modification, or complete system takeover, threatening the integrity of the entire database environment.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Patch PostgreSQL to the most recent release versions (e.g., 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24) to resolve the memory handling error.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor query logs for the usage of unusually long or malformed timezone strings in conjunction with date and time formatting functions.

Compensating Controls: Restrict database user access to administrative functions that allow the modification or setting of session-level timezone variables.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The vulnerability requires authenticated access, which serves as a primary defensive barrier against widespread exploitation.

Analyst Recommendation

PostgreSQL administrators must prioritize updating their database software to the latest versions to mitigate this buffer overflow risk. Immediate patching is the most reliable method for neutralizing the threat posed by this vulnerability.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A heap buffer overflow in PostgreSQL regular expression processing allows an authenticated database user to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the database operating system user.

Executive Summary:
A critical heap buffer overflow in PostgreSQL allows authenticated attackers to achieve arbitrary code execution on the underlying host.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14664

Affected Software: PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to (excluding) 18.5, 17 up to (excluding) 17.11, 16 up to (excluding) 16.15, 15 up to (excluding) 15.19, 0 up to (excluding) 14.24

Vulnerability: This is a heap-based buffer overflow (CWE-122) occurring during the processing of regular expressions. An authenticated attacker can submit specially crafted text that bypasses encoding validation to trigger the overflow and execute code.

Business Impact

With a CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability poses a severe risk to organizational infrastructure. Because the code executes with the permissions of the database service user, an attacker could escalate their control from the database level to the operating system, potentially leading to full server compromise and lateral movement.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update all instances of PostgreSQL to the latest patched versions (e.g., 18.5, 17.11, 16.15, 15.19, or 14.24) provided by the official PostgreSQL project.

Proactive Monitoring: Review database audit logs for anomalous query patterns or attempts to use complex regular expressions that deviate from normal operational behavior.

Compensating Controls: Limit the ability of database users to execute arbitrary SQL or administrative functions that utilize complex regular expression operations.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The requirement for a valid database account to trigger the overflow prevents unauthenticated external exploitation.

Analyst Recommendation

This vulnerability represents a high-risk security flaw that necessitates immediate patching of all PostgreSQL database servers. Administrators should treat this as a high-priority update to prevent potential system-level exploitation by malicious internal users.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: PostgreSQL
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
An integer wraparound vulnerability in PostgreSQL tsvector and tsquery functions allows authenticated users to trigger out-of-bounds writes via crafted large inputs.

Executive Summary:
An integer wraparound flaw in PostgreSQL allows authenticated database users to perform out-of-bounds memory writes, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or service disruption.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-14662

Affected Software: PostgreSQL PostgreSQL

Affected Versions: 18 up to 18.5, 17 up to 17.11, 16 up to 16.15, 15 up to 15.19, 0 up to 14.24

Vulnerability: This is an integer overflow or wraparound vulnerability (CWE-190) within the tsvector and tsquery data type processing functions. An authenticated user with sufficient database access can send specially crafted large inputs to the server, causing an undersized memory allocation and subsequent out-of-bounds write.

Business Impact

This vulnerability carries a significant risk to database integrity and availability. An attacker could crash the database service, causing downtime, or potentially manipulate memory to execute arbitrary code. The CVSS score of 8.8 highlights the critical nature of memory corruption vulnerabilities within core database infrastructure.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update your PostgreSQL installation to the latest version, specifically those excluding the affected ranges mentioned in the vendor advisory.

Proactive Monitoring: Review database audit logs for unusual queries or repeated attempts to process exceptionally large or malformed tsvector inputs.

Compensating Controls: Restrict database access to trusted users only and enforce strict input validation at the application layer where possible to prevent malicious data from reaching the database engine.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: False

Analyst Notes: As of August 14, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The technical impact is rated as total, making it a high priority for database administrators.

Analyst Recommendation

PostgreSQL is a critical component of many application stacks. Given the potential for arbitrary code execution, it is imperative that organizations prioritize patching their database instances to the recommended versions to eliminate this memory corruption vector.

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VENDOR: PostgreSQL
PRODUCT: pgAdmin 4
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: See vendor advisory
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A SQL injection vulnerability exists in pgAdmin 4 within dialog templates that render the "COMMENT ON" command, potentially allowing unauthorized database manipulation.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in pgAdmin 4 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary database commands, compromising the integrity of the underlying PostgreSQL environment.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-12044

Affected Software: PostgreSQL pgAdmin 4

Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions.

Vulnerability: The vulnerability involves SQL injection flaws present in dialog templates that process the "COMMENT ON" SQL command. This allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL queries through the interface, bypassing standard sanitization protocols.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation of this flaw can result in unauthorized data access, modification, or destruction within the database managed by pgAdmin 4. With a CVSS score of 8.8, this vulnerability presents a significant threat to data confidentiality and integrity, requiring immediate attention to prevent potential service-wide impacts.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Consult the vendor advisory to identify and apply the latest security patches for pgAdmin 4.

Proactive Monitoring: Enable detailed database query logging and monitor for unusual or malformed SQL queries that deviate from standard administrative operations.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to the pgAdmin 4 interface to internal networks or VPNs only, and enforce multi-factor authentication for all database administrative users.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: false

Analyst Notes: As of June 19, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation of this vulnerability. However, due to the nature of the flaw, the potential for exploitation is high.

Analyst Recommendation

Database management tools are high-value targets for attackers. Administrators are urged to monitor vendor channels for the official patch release and apply it immediately upon availability to mitigate the risk of SQL injection.