CVE-2026-45190
CWE-1289Published: May 10, 2026· Updated: May 12, 2026
Official Description
Net::CIDR::Lite versions before 0.24 for Perl does not properly validate IP address and CIDR mask inputs, which may allow IP ACL bypass.
Inputs containing a trailing newline or non-ASCII digit characters pass the validators but are then re-encoded by the parser to a different address than the input string spelled. find() and bin_find() can match or miss addresses as a result.
Example:
my $cidr = Net::CIDR::Lite->new();
$cidr->add("::1\n/128");
$cidr->find("::1a"); # incorrectly returns true
See also CVE-2026-45191.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-45190 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.
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-2026-45190 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts