How severe is CVE-2026-2659?

CVE-2026-2659 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability low.

Is CVE-2026-2659 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-2659?

CVE-2026-2659 affects Squirrel-lang Squirrel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-2659?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2026-2659 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-2659 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-7643.

When was CVE-2026-2659 published?

CVE-2026-2659 was published on 2026-02-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-2659

CVE-2026-2659 is a low-severity vulnerability in Squirrel-lang Squirrel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.3)
CVSS v2: 1.7
CVSS v4: 1.9
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (12th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-7643
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Squirrel-lang Squirrel
Published: 2026-02-18
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was determined in Squirrel up to 3.2. Affected by this vulnerability is the function SQFuncState::PopTarget of the file src/squirrel/squirrel/sqfuncstate.cpp. Executing a manipulation of the argument _target_stack can lead to out-of-bounds read. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-2659?: A vulnerability was determined in Squirrel up to 3.2. Affected by this vulnerability is the function SQFuncState::PopTarget of the file src/squirrel/squirrel/sqfuncstate.cpp. Executing a manipulation of the argument _target_stack can lead to out-of-bounds read. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
How severe is CVE-2026-2659?: CVE-2026-2659 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability low.
Is CVE-2026-2659 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-2659?: CVE-2026-2659 affects Squirrel-lang Squirrel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-2659?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-2659 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-2659 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-7643.
When was CVE-2026-2659 published?: CVE-2026-2659 was published on 2026-02-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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