Unknown · Postgresql · CVE-2026-2005
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
PostgreSQL versions prior to 18.2
PostgreSQL versions prior to 17.8
PostgreSQL versions prior to 16.12
PostgreSQL versions prior to 15.16
PostgreSQL versions prior to 14.21
**Description**
A heap buffer overflow in the `pgcrypto` component allows a ciphertext provider to execute arbitrary code as the operating system user running the database. This issue may enable a remote attacker or a low-privilege user to achieve remote code execution (RCE).
**Recommendations**
Update to version 18.2
Update to version 17.8
Update to version 16.12
Update to version 15.16
Update to version 14.21
As a temporary workaround, consider restricting the use of the `pgcrypto` module to minimize the risk of exploitation.