CVE-2026-65178: NVIDIA NeMo contains a vulnerability in its dataset-loading workflow where a maliciously crafted model_config.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2026-65178?

nemo speech: upgrade to 3.0.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2026-65178 being exploited?

CVE-2026-65178 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2026-65178 affect?

CVE-2026-65178 affects nemo speech. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). NVIDIA NeMo contains a vulnerability in its dataset-loading workflow where a maliciously crafted model_config.yaml can inject unsafe parameters. A successful exploit of this vulnerability may lead to code execution, data tampering, denial o

Routine

HIGH 7.8UPGRADE

CVE-2026-65178 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting nemo speech. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

NVIDIA NeMo contains a vulnerability in its dataset-loading workflow where a maliciously crafted model_config.yaml can inject unsafe parameters. A successful exploit of this vulnerability may lead to code execution, data tampering, denial of service, and information disclosure.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.4% (top 67%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-502
Published	2026-09-22
Last modified	2026-09-29

Publisher (CNA): NVIDIA Corporation · Vendor: nvidia

Last updated 2026-09-29 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-09-22 15:17 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-09-29 15:47 UTCUpdated Record last modified

nvidia nemo speech UPGRADE

Affected: < 3.0.0

Fixed in: 3.0.0

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy nemo-speech || rpm -q nemo-speech || nemo-speech --version

2. UPGRADE to 3.0.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade nemo-speech

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade nemo-speech

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-65178?

nemo speech: upgrade to 3.0.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-65178 being exploited?

CVE-2026-65178 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-2026-65178 affect?

CVE-2026-65178 affects nemo speech. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). NVIDIA NeMo contains a vulnerability in its dataset-loading workflow where a maliciously crafted model_config.yaml can inject unsafe parameters. A successful exploit of this vulnerability may lead to code execution, data tampering, denial o

How urgent is CVE-2026-65178?

Priority 36/100. High severity

Software pages

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