A bulletin in the oss-sec feed, published on October 1, 2026, reports CVE-2026-56153 in Apache HTTP Server's mod_charset_lite module. The issue is described as an out-of-bounds write associated with the finish_partial_char function, with the potential for a heap overflow. The stated severity is low.
According to the notice, Apache HTTP Server versions 2.4.0 through 2.4.68 are affected. The publication credits two individuals with the discovery; their names are not reproduced here. The supplied text does not detail exploitation conditions or identify a fixed version.
To assess exposure, identify the version in use and check whether mod_charset_lite is enabled. Compare the details with Apache's official security notice, consulting the CVE-2026-56153 entry and verifying its scope, severity, and remediation guidance. Do not assume a particular update resolves the issue without confirmation in the notice.
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