CVE-2026-6429
Medium
Description
When asked to both use a `.netrc` file for credentials and to follow HTTP redirects, libcurl could leak the password used for the first host to the followed-to host under certain circumstances.
SeverityMedium
CVSS5.3
Exploit probability—
ProductHaxx Curl
PublishedMay 13, 2026
First seenMay 13, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-200Sensitive information exposure
How to fix
Update
- haxx curl8.20.0 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| haxx curl | 7.14.0 ≤ v < 8.20.0 | 8.20.0 |
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