CVE-2026-37457
CWE-787Published: May 1, 2026· Updated: May 7, 2026
Official Description
An off-by-one out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the bgp_flowspec_op_decode() function (bgpd/bgp_flowspec_util.c) of FRRouting (FRR) stable/10.0 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted FlowSpec component.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-37457 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-787): Out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities can lead to data corruption, crashes, or arbitrary code execution.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-37457 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts