CVE-2026-119723
Published Nov 11, 2026
Modified Nov 12, 2026
Description
When parsing request variables such as query-string and form parameters, HHVM did not check that appending a nested array succeeded before descending into it. A remote, unauthenticated attacker could send a GET or POST request which would crash the HHVM server process before any application code runs, leading to denial of service. This issue affected HHVM prior to 23c061f4e804a51badd5f85227e65185651253b5.
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EPSS — Exploit Prediction
0.0028
Probability of exploitation
0.21%
Percentile rank
EPSS estimates the probability that this vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A higher score means more likely to be exploited.
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-119723? +
When parsing request variables such as query-string and form parameters, HHVM did not check that appending a nested array succeeded before descending into it. A remote, unauthenticated attacker could send a GET or POST request which would crash the HHVM server process before any application code runs, leading to denial of service. This issue affected HHVM prior to 23c061f4e804a51badd5f85227e65185651253b5.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-119723? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.
