CVE-2026-90494
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-90494 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A flaw has been found in restify node-restify up to 12.0.0. This affects the function serveStatic in the library /lib/plugins/static.js.
Description
A flaw has been found in restify node-restify up to 12.0.0. This affects the function serveStatic in the library /lib/plugins/static.js. This manipulation causes path traversal. The attack can be initiated remotely. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| restify | node-restify | 12.0 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Received
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-90494?
A flaw has been found in restify node-restify up to 12.0.0. This affects the function serveStatic in the library /lib/plugins/static.js. This manipulation causes path traversal. The attack can be initiated remotely. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
How severe is CVE-2026-90494?
CVE-2026-90494 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-90494?
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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