CVE-2026-24738 gmrtd ReadFile Vulnerable to Denial of Service via Excessive TLV Length Values

gmrtd is a Go library for reading Machine Readable Travel Documents MRTDs. Prior to version 0.17.2, ReadFile accepts TLVs with lengths that can range up to 4GB, which can cause unconstrained resource consumption in both memory and cpu cycles. ReadFile can consume an extended TLV with lengths well...

EUVD-2026-4740

gmrtd is a Go library for reading Machine Readable Travel Documents MRTDs. Prior to version 0.17.2, ReadFile accepts TLVs with lengths that can range up to 4GB, which can cause unconstrained resource consumption in both memory and cpu cycles. ReadFile can consume an extended TLV with lengths well...

The Paper Passport Is Dying

Smartphones and face recognition are being combined to create new digital travel documents. The paper passport’s days are numbered—despite new privacy risks...

Enhancing Traveler Data Security: Best Practices for Managing Sensitive Info

Protect traveler data with these tips: use VPNs, manage app permissions, and secure travel documents. Travel companies should…...