CVE-2026-33204
Kelvinmo Simplejwt denial of service
- Published20 Mar 2026
Description
SimpleJWT is a simple JSON web token library written in PHP. Prior to version 1.1.1, an unauthenticated attacker can perform a Denial of Service via JWE header tampering when PBES2 algorithms are used. Applications that call JWE::decrypt() on attacker-controlled JWEs using PBES2 algorithms are affected. This issue has been patched in version 1.1.1.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:HAffected products
Remediation
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-33204 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-33204 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.54%.
How severe is CVE-2026-33204?
CVE-2026-33204 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2026-33204?
Affected products include Kelvinmo Simplejwt.
How do I fix CVE-2026-33204?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Kelvinmo Simplejwt 1.1.1 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.