Vulnerability Description
vm2 before 3.11.7 contains a sandbox escape vulnerability in the CLI tool that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the host Node.js process. Attackers can supply a malicious script file to the vm2 CLI that uses require(__filename) to re-execute itself in the host realm, bypassing sandbox isolation and accessing host modules like fs and child_process.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-jxxv-8r27-vm4p
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/vm2-before-3.11.7-sandbox-escape-via-cli-re
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-jxxv-8r27-vm4p
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-92950?
CVE-2026-92950 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH). vm2 before 3.11.7 contains a sandbox escape vulnerability in the CLI tool that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the host Node.js process. Attackers can supply a malicious script file to t...
How severe is CVE-2026-92950?
CVE-2026-92950 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-92950?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.