# CVE-2026-44070: netatalk: An unbounded memory reallocation in the charset conversion code in Netatalk 2.0.0 through 4.4.2 allows a remote authe...

CVE-2026-44070 is fixed in netatalk on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-44070 (version 4.5.0~ds-1), released May 21, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-44070
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: 3.1 (low)
- EPSS: 0.0032
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 21, 2026

## Description

An unbounded memory reallocation in the charset conversion code in Netatalk 2.0.0 through 4.4.2 allows a remote authenticated attacker to cause a minor denial of service via crafted character conversion requests.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | netatalk Debian 14 | 4.5.0~ds-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-44070](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-44070.md) | May 21, 2026 |

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