CVE-2026-116270 | MIME::Words up to 5.520 MIME Word Decoder decode_mimewords memory allocation

October 28, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability was found in MIME::Words up to 5.520. It has been classified as problematic. Impacted is the function decode_mimewords of the component MIME Word Decoder. This manipulation causes uncontrolled memory allocation.

This vulnerability is registered as CVE-2026-116270. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. No exploit is available.

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