CVE-2026-16439: Eclipse OpenJ9 : Using -Xtrace to trace method arguments can lead to buffer underflow

Published Jul 21, 2026
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Updated

In Eclipse OpenJ9 versions up to 0.60, using -Xtrace to trace method arguments can lead to buffer underflow.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Eclipse Openj9<=0.60

Event History

Jul 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:28 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-16439?

The severity of CVE-2026-16439 is classified as medium with a CVSS score of 5.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-16439?

To fix CVE-2026-16439, upgrade to a patched version of Eclipse OpenJ9 released after 0.60.

3

What vulnerability does CVE-2026-16439 describe?

CVE-2026-16439 describes a buffer underflow issue when using the -Xtrace option in Eclipse OpenJ9.

4

Which versions of Eclipse OpenJ9 are affected by CVE-2026-16439?

Eclipse OpenJ9 versions up to 0.60 are affected by CVE-2026-16439.

5

What impact does CVE-2026-16439 have on Eclipse OpenJ9?

CVE-2026-16439 can potentially lead to buffer underflow when tracing method arguments, which may affect application stability and security.

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