CVE-2026-8741

Low

Description

A vulnerability has been found in EMQX up to 6.2.0. This affects an unknown function of the file apps/emqx/src/emqx_persistent_session_ds.erl of the component QoS 2 PUBLISH Packet Handler. Such manipulation leads to race condition. The attack may be performed from remote. A high complexity level is associated with this attack. The exploitability is reported as difficult. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure.

SeverityLow
CVSS3.1
Exploit probability—
ProductEmqx
PublishedMay 17, 2026
First seenMay 17, 2026

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
emqx emqx5.0.0 ≤ v ≤ 6.2.0—

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