CVE-2026-2004
PostgreSQL intarray missing validation of type of input to selectivity estimator executes arbitrary code
Description
Missing validation of type of input in PostgreSQL intarray extension selectivity estimator function allows an object creator to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database. Versions before PostgreSQL 18.2, 17.8, 16.12, 15.16, and 14.21 are affected.
INFO
Published Date :
Feb. 12, 2026, 2:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
Feb. 12, 2026, 3:10 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
f86ef6dc-4d3a-42ad-8f28-e6d5547a5007
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-2004
vulnerability.
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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 14.21 or later.
- Update PostgreSQL to version 15.16 or later.
- Update PostgreSQL to version 16.12 or later.
- Update PostgreSQL to version 17.8 or later.
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-2026-2004.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.postgresql.org/support/security/CVE-2026-2004/ |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-2004 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-2004
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by f86ef6dc-4d3a-42ad-8f28-e6d5547a5007
Feb. 12, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Missing validation of type of input in PostgreSQL intarray extension selectivity estimator function allows an object creator to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database. Versions before PostgreSQL 18.2, 17.8, 16.12, 15.16, and 14.21 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-1287 Added Reference https://www.postgresql.org/support/security/CVE-2026-2004/