CVE-2026-26318
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.15%
Last modified
CVE-2026-26318 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. systeminformation is a System and OS information library for node.js. Versions prior to 5.31.0 are vulnerable to command injection via unsanitized `locate` output in `versions()`. EPSS estimates a 1.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
systeminformation is a System and OS information library for node.js. Versions prior to 5.31.0 are vulnerable to command injection via unsanitized `locate` output in `versions()`. Version 5.31.0 fixes the issue.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Systeminformation | Systeminformation | < 5.31.0 |
References
- https://github.com/sebhildebrandt/systeminformation/security/advisories/GHSA-5vv4-hvf7-2h46Exploit, Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-26318?
systeminformation is a System and OS information library for node.js. Versions prior to 5.31.0 are vulnerable to command injection via unsanitized `locate` output in `versions()`. Version 5.31.0 fixes the issue.
How severe is CVE-2026-26318?
CVE-2026-26318 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-26318?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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