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8.1

Node.js lets attackers execute commands on your server

published 4 days ago
Summary

The current Node.js package can be tricked into running operating system commands that it should not run. This could let a malicious user take control of the server or access sensitive data. Update to the latest Node.js version or apply the vendor's security patch as soon as possible.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart nodejs-current to version 18.6.0-r0.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart nodejs-current < 18.6.0-r0
Fix: upgrade to 18.6.0-r0
Original advisory text
OS Command Injection vulnerability exists in Node
Security vulnerability affects the nodejs-current package. A OS Command Injection vulnerability exists in Node.
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
8.1 High
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
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