SUSE-SU-2026:3535-1 Security update for openssl-3-livepatches
An attacker can cause a denial of service in OpenSSL livepatches via controlled memory allocation, requiring a patch for SUSE systems.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is SUSE-SU-2026:3535-1?
SUSE-SU-2026:3535-1 is a denial of service vulnerability in openssl-3-livepatches, published on 7 Aug 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
This update for openssl-3-livepatches fixes the following issues:
- 'HollowByte' DoS via attacker-controlled memory allocation (bsc#1271712, bsc#1271713).
Which versions are affected by SUSE-SU-2026:3535-1?
Linux distribution packages (1)
openssl-3-livepatches SUSE:Linux Enterprise Live Patching 15 SP7 | All versions | 0.5-150700.16.9.1 |
How do I fix SUSE-SU-2026:3535-1?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade, then put limits on request size, rate and nesting depth so one client cannot exhaust the service. More about Denial of service.
Is SUSE-SU-2026:3535-1 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of SUSE-SU-2026:3535-1 in the wild and no public exploit code.