SB2026012264 - SUSE update for net-snmp 



SB2026012264 - SUSE update for net-snmp

Published: January 22, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026012264
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Critical 100%
  • Low
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  • Critical

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Stack-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68615)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within the SnmpTrapd service. A remote unauthenticated attacker can send specially crafted input to port 162/UDP, trigger a stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.