CVE-2026-6575 — Buffer over-read in PostgreSQL function
CVE-2026-6575 — Buffer over-read in PostgreSQL function pg_restore_attribute_stats() accepts array values of unmatched length, which causes query planning to read past end of one array. This allows a table maintainer to infer memory values past that array end. Within major version 18, minor versio
What This Means For You
- If your environment is affected by CWE-126, review your exposure and prioritize patching based on your environment. Monitor vendor advisories for CVE-2026-6575 updates and patches.
Related ATT&CK Techniques
🛡️ Detection Rules
2 rules · 6 SIEM formats2 detection rules auto-generated for this incident, mapped to MITRE ATT&CK. Sigma YAML is free — export to any SIEM format via the Intel Bot.
CVE-2026-6575 - PostgreSQL pg_restore_attribute_stats Buffer Over-read
title: CVE-2026-6575 - PostgreSQL pg_restore_attribute_stats Buffer Over-read
id: scw-2026-05-14-ai-1
status: experimental
level: medium
description: |
Detects the execution of the PostgreSQL pg_restore_attribute_stats function, which is vulnerable to a buffer over-read in versions prior to PostgreSQL 18.4. This rule specifically targets the function call within the command line to identify potential exploitation attempts.
author: SCW Feed Engine (AI-generated)
date: 2026-05-14
references:
- https://shimiscyberworld.com/posts/nvd-CVE-2026-6575/
tags:
- attack.initial_access
- attack.t1190
logsource:
category: process_creation
detection:
selection:
Image|contains:
- 'postgres.exe'
CommandLine|contains:
- 'pg_restore_attribute_stats'
condition: selection
falsepositives:
- Legitimate administrative activity
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Indicators of Compromise
| ID | Type | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2026-6575 | vulnerability | CVE-2026-6575 |
| CWE-126 | weakness | CWE-126 |
Source & Attribution
| Source Platform | NVD |
| Channel | National Vulnerability Database |
| Published | May 14, 2026 at 17:16 UTC |
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