CVE-2026-56847

MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.16%

Last modified

CVE-2026-56847 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A flaw in Node.js Permission Model enforcement allows `trace_events.createTracing().enable()` Writes Trace Logs Outside `--allow-fs-write`. This can lead to confidentiality impact or bypass of the intended security boundary under affected configurations. This vulnerability affects Node.js **22.x**, **24.x**, and **26.x**.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A flaw in Node.js Permission Model enforcement allows `trace_events.createTracing().enable()` Writes Trace Logs Outside `--allow-fs-write`. This can lead to confidentiality impact or bypass of the intended security boundary under affected configurations. This vulnerability affects Node.js **22.x**, **24.x**, and **26.x**.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.16%

5.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
NodejsNode.Js>= 22.0, <= 22.23.1
NodejsNode.Js>= 24.0.0, <= 24.18.0
NodejsNode.Js>= 26.0.0, <= 26.5.0

References

Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-56847?
A flaw in Node.js Permission Model enforcement allows `trace_events.createTracing().enable()` Writes Trace Logs Outside `--allow-fs-write`. This can lead to confidentiality impact or bypass of the intended security boundary under affected configurations. This vulnerability affects Node.js **22.x**, **24.x**, and **26.x**.
How severe is CVE-2026-56847?
CVE-2026-56847 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-56847?
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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Source: NVD / NIST