CVE-2026-9535
VTK ChacoReader Out-of-Bounds Read
Description
A out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the vtkChacoReader InputGraph2 functionality of vtk (version(s): 9.6.1). A specially crafted chaco can lead to an out-of-bounds read. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
INFO
Published Date :
Oct. 29, 2026, 7:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 29, 2026, 7:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update the vtk library to the latest version.
- Apply any available security patches for vtk.
- Recompile affected applications using the patched library.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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CVE-2026-9535.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2026-2423 | |
| https://vtk.org/download/ |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Oct. 29, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description A out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the vtkChacoReader InputGraph2 functionality of vtk (version(s): 9.6.1). A specially crafted chaco can lead to an out-of-bounds read. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:H Added CWE CWE-125 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/9xxx/CVE-2026-9535.json">CVE-2026-9535</a> Added Reference https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2026-2423 Added Reference https://vtk.org/download/