CVE-2026-15738: Incorrect behavior order in the Gateway API listener-rule generation in Amazon AWS Load Balancer Controller be
CVE-2026-15738 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.5) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Incorrect behavior order in the Gateway API listener-rule generation in Amazon AWS Load Balancer Controller before 3.4.2 might allow an authenticated remote user to intercept, spoof, or deny another namespace's gRPC traffic on a shared Gateway via a crafted HTTPRoute resource. To mitigate this issue, users should upgrade to version 3.4.2.
Why this priority
- High severity
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 49%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-653 |
| Published | 2026-07-14 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-24 |
Last updated 2026-10-24 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Exact fixes by distribution
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-15738?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-15738 being exploited?
CVE-2026-15738 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-15738 affect?
CVE-2026-15738 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 8.5). Incorrect behavior order in the Gateway API listener-rule generation in Amazon AWS Load Balancer Controller before 3.4.2 might allow an authenticated remote user to intercept, spoof, or deny another namespace's gRPC traffic on a shared Gate
How urgent is CVE-2026-15738?
Priority 47/100. High severity; On your watchlist