CVE-2026-120139
PostgreSQL tuple-size integer wraparound executes arbitrary code
Description
Integer wraparound in PostgreSQL in-memory tuple-size calculations allows a database user to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database, via oversized tuple data. Versions before PostgreSQL 18.7, 17.12, 16.16, 15.20, and 14.25 are affected.
INFO
Published Date :
Nov. 12, 2026, 3:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Nov. 12, 2026, 3:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
f86ef6dc-4d3a-42ad-8f28-e6d5547a5007
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | f86ef6dc-4d3a-42ad-8f28-e6d5547a5007 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE |
Solution
- Update PostgreSQL to version 18.7, 17.12, 16.16, 15.20, or 14.25.
- Apply vendor-provided patches for affected PostgreSQL versions.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-120139.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.postgresql.org/support/security/CVE-2026-120139/ |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by f86ef6dc-4d3a-42ad-8f28-e6d5547a5007
Nov. 12, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Integer wraparound in PostgreSQL in-memory tuple-size calculations allows a database user to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database, via oversized tuple data. Versions before PostgreSQL 18.7, 17.12, 16.16, 15.20, and 14.25 are affected. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-190 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/120xxx/CVE-2026-120139.json">CVE-2026-120139</a> Added Reference https://www.postgresql.org/support/security/CVE-2026-120139/