Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability was detected in react create-react-app up to 5.0.1 on macOS. This affects the function startBrowserProcess of the file openBrowser.js of the component react-dev-utils. Performing a manipulation results in os command injection. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. The exploit is now public and may be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/react/create-react-app/
- https://github.com/react/create-react-app/issues/17269
- https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-14802
- https://vuldb.com/submit/850857
- https://vuldb.com/vuln/376396
- https://vuldb.com/vuln/376396/cti
- https://vuldb.com/submit/850857
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-14802?
CVE-2026-14802 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). A vulnerability was detected in react create-react-app up to 5.0.1 on macOS. This affects the function startBrowserProcess of the file openBrowser.js of the component react-dev-utils. Performing a man...
How severe is CVE-2026-14802?
CVE-2026-14802 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-14802?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.