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CVE-2026-42542

Tdengine integer overflow

7.5 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.56%
  1. Published10 Jun 2026

Description

TDengine is an open source, time-series database optimized for Internet of Things devices. In versions 3.4.0.0 through 3.4.1.5, an unauthenticated remote attacker can crash the taosd server process by sending a single crafted RPC packet. No credentials or prior session state are required. Version 3.4.1.6 fixes the issue.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Affected products

Tdengine≥ 3.4.0.0 < 3.4.1.6

Remediation

Fixed in
Tdengine≥ 3.4.1.6

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-42542 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-42542 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.56%.

How severe is CVE-2026-42542?

CVE-2026-42542 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-42542?

Affected products include Tdengine.

How do I fix CVE-2026-42542?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Tdengine 3.4.1.6 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.