jq: assertion error via run_jq_tests function enables denial of service attack

An attacker can exploit an assertion error in jq's run_jq_tests function to trigger a crash.

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The fact

This vulnerability, analyzed on March 19, 2026, affects systems using the jq JSON processor.

Exploitation causes denial of service impacting the availability of dependent services.

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