CVE-2026-44008
Vm2 remote code execution
- Published13 May 2026
Description
vm2 is an open source vm/sandbox for Node.js. Prior to 3.11.2, the new method neutralizeArraySpeciesBatch works with objects from the other side but can call into this side via getter on the array prototype exposing objects of the wrong side into the sandbox. This can be used to get host objects and get the host Function object. This allows attackers to write code which can escape from the VM2 sandbox and execute arbitrary commands on the host system. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.11.2.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
References
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:50850
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-44008
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2477201
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-9qj6-qjgg-37qq
- https://security.access.redhat.com/data/csaf/v2/vex/2026/cve-2026-44008.json
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-44008 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-44008 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.90%.
How severe is CVE-2026-44008?
CVE-2026-44008 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2026-44008?
Affected products include Vm2.
How do I fix CVE-2026-44008?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Vm2 3.11.2 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.