CVE-2026-3055 Details
Description
Insufficient input validation in NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway when configured as a SAML IDP leading to memory overread
A vulnerability exists in Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway when configured as a SAML Identity Provider. This vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation, which can lead to a memory overread condition.
Affected customers are advised to upgrade to NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway versions 14.1-66.59 or later, 13.1-62.23 or later, or for NetScaler ADC 13.1-FIPS and 13.1-NDcPP, version 13.1.37.262 or later.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 23, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://labs.watchtowr.com/please-we-beg-just-one-weekend-free-of-appliances-citrix-netscaler-cve-2026-3055-memory-overread-part-2/ | CISA-ADP | ExploitThird Party Advisory |
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2026-3055 | CISA-ADP | US Government Resource |
| https://support.citrix.com/support-home/kbsearch/article?articleNumber=CTX696300 | NetScaler | Vendor Advisory |
This CVE is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
Reference CISA's BOD 22-01 and Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog for further guidance and requirements.
| Vulnerability Name | Date Added | Due Date | Required Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citrix NetScaler Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability | Mar 30, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 | Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-125 | Out-of-bounds Read | NetScaler |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| citrix netscaler application delivery controller | >= 13.1, < 13.1-37.262 >= 13.1, < 13.1-62.23 >= 14.1, < 14.1-60.58 |
CPE
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| citrix netscaler gateway | >= 13.1, < 13.1-62.23 >= 14.1, < 14.1-60.58 |
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | NetScaler |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 23, 2026 | New CVE Received | NetScaler |