CVE-2026-24811 An improper pointer arithmetic in root-project/root at builtins/zlib/inffast.c

Critical 9.3 Published 27 Jan 2026 Updated 19 Feb 2026

Improper pointer arithmetic in the zlib module allows attackers to trigger memory corruption, potentially leading to code execution or denial of service.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2026-24811?

CVE-2026-24811 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in root-project root, published on 27 Jan 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Vulnerability in root-project root (builtins/zlib modules). This vulnerability is associated with program files inffast.C.

This issue affects root.

Weakness: CWE-125, CWE-787, CWE-20, CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-24811?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Root Root.

How do I fix CVE-2026-24811?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-24811 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2026-24811 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-24811 in the wild and no public exploit code.

CVE-2010-3376 Privilege escalation in n/a Medium 6.9

Sources

Also known as AZL-75354, AZL-75363, AZL-75384, GHSA-fm67-x2fw-2g76.