Vulnerability Description
WebdriverIO is a test automation framework for unit, e2e and component testing using WebDriver, WebDriver BiDi and Appium. Versions below 9.24.0 contain a command injection vulnerability leading to remote code execution (RCE) in test orchestration. Git permits branch names containing shell metacharacters, and getGitMetadataForAISelection() interpolates these names directly into execSync() calls without sanitization. An attacker can exploit this by supplying a malicious repository (via testOrchestrationOptions.runSmartSelection.source, or the current directory if unset) whose branch name carries a payload, causing the shell to execute arbitrary code. This enables remote code execution on CI/CD servers and developer machines, leading to credential and secret disclosure, source code and SSH key exfiltration, system compromise, and supply chain attacks via tampered build artifacts. The issue has been fixed in version 9.24.0.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openjsf | Webdriverio | < 9.24.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/webdriverio/webdriverio/blob/ea0e3e00288abced4c739ff9e46c4697Product
- https://github.com/webdriverio/webdriverio/releases/tag/v9.24.0ProductRelease Notes
- https://github.com/webdriverio/webdriverio/security/advisories/GHSA-5c46-x3qw-q7ExploitVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/webdriverio/webdriverio/security/advisories/GHSA-5c46-x3qw-q7ExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-25244?
CVE-2026-25244 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). WebdriverIO is a test automation framework for unit, e2e and component testing using WebDriver, WebDriver BiDi and Appium. Versions below 9.24.0 contain a command injection vulnerability leading to re...
How severe is CVE-2026-25244?
CVE-2026-25244 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-25244?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openjsf Webdriverio.