CVE-2026-44006
CRITICALCVSS 10/10EPSS 0.59%
Last modified
CVE-2026-44006 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 10/10 on the CVSS scale. vm2 is an open source vm/sandbox for Node.js. Prior to 3.11.0, It is possible to reach BaseHandler.getPrototypeOf, which can be used to get arbitrary prototypes. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
vm2 is an open source vm/sandbox for Node.js. Prior to 3.11.0, It is possible to reach BaseHandler.getPrototypeOf, which can be used to get arbitrary prototypes. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.11.0.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vm2 Project | Vm2 | < 3.11.0 |
References
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-qcp4-v2jj-fjx8Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-qcp4-v2jj-fjx8Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-44006?
vm2 is an open source vm/sandbox for Node.js. Prior to 3.11.0, It is possible to reach BaseHandler.getPrototypeOf, which can be used to get arbitrary prototypes. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.11.0.
How severe is CVE-2026-44006?
CVE-2026-44006 has a CVSS score of 10/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-44006?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-44006?
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