CVE-2026-2641

LOW

universal-ctags ctags <= 6.2.1 - Uncontrolled Recursion in V Language Parser

Title source: llm
STIX 2.1

Description

A weakness has been identified in universal-ctags ctags up to 6.2.1. The affected element is the function parseExpression/parseExprList of the file parsers/v.c of the component V Language Parser. Executing a manipulation can lead to uncontrolled recursion. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.

References (6)

Core 6
Core References
Permissions Required, VDB Entry vdb-entry technical-description
https://vuldb.com/?id.346397
Permissions Required, VDB Entry signature permissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.346397
Permissions Required, VDB Entry third-party-advisory
https://vuldb.com/?submit.752768

Scores

CVSS v3 3.3
EPSS 0.0015
EPSS Percentile 4.8%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L

CISA SSVC

Vulnrichment
Exploitation poc
Automatable no
Technical Impact partial

Details

CWE
CWE-404 CWE-674
Status published
Products (2)
universal-ctags/ctags 6.2.0
universal-ctags/ctags 6.2.1
Published Feb 18, 2026
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026