CVE-2026-113793
pypdf is a free and open-source pure-python PDF library. Prior to 6.20.1, removing an object from a crafted cyclic PDF tree, such as an outline item, can enter an infinite loop and block the current process. This issue is fixed in version 6.20.1.
Published:Oct 21, 2026
Last Modified:Oct 28, 2026
EPS:Oct 21, 2026
EPSS Score:0.00466
CVSS Score:5.5
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