CVE-2026-22868
HIGH
GHSA-mq3p-rrmp-79jg
7.5
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
None
Integrity
None
Availability
High
Lifecycle Timeline
3
Analysis Generated
Mar 12, 2026 - 21:54 vuln.today
Patch Released
Jan 29, 2026 - 18:04 nvd
Patch available
CVE Published
Jan 13, 2026 - 21:15 nvd
HIGH 7.5
Description
go-ethereum (geth) is a golang execution layer implementation of the Ethereum protocol. A vulnerable node can be forced to shutdown/crash using a specially crafted message. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.16.8.
Analysis
Go Ethereum (geth) nodes can be remotely crashed through maliciously crafted network messages, causing denial of service to affected network participants. An unauthenticated attacker on the network can exploit this vulnerability without user interaction to force vulnerable nodes offline. …
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Remediation
Within 7 days: Identify all affected systems and apply vendor patches promptly. Vendor patch is available.
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Priority Score
38
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Medium
High
Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: +0.0
CVSS: +38
POC: 0
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