Actively exploited
Listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog since October 4, 2026.
CVE-2026-88779
Citrix NetScaler Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer Vulnerability
Added to KEV October 4, 2026
Alert details
- Source feed
- CISA KEV
- CVE ID
- CVE-2026-88779
- CWE
- CWE-119
- Affected products
- NetScaler · Citrix NetScaler · Citrix
What happened
Citrix NetScaler ADC (formerly Citrix ADC) and Citrix NetScaler Gateway (formerly Citrix Gateway) contain an improper restriction of operations within the bounds of a memory buffer vulnerability that could allow for a denial of service.
What it means for your business
Citrix NetScaler is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (CVE-2026-88779). Citrix NetScaler ADC (formerly Citrix ADC) and Citrix NetScaler Gateway (formerly Citrix Gateway) contain an improper restriction of operations within the bounds of a memory buffer vulnerability that could allow for a denial of service. CISA remediation due date: 2026-10-07. If you need help checking exposure, call (864) 335-9223.
Required action
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
CISA due date: October 7, 2026
Sources
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