CVE-2026-26318
Command Injection in systeminformation <5.31.0 via Unsanitized locate Output
Publication date: 2026-02-19
Last updated on: 2026-02-20
Assigner: GitHub, Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| systeminformation | systeminformation | to 5.31.0 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-78 | The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
The vulnerability exists in the systeminformation library for node.js versions prior to 5.31.0. It allows command injection through unsanitized output from the `locate` command used in the `versions()` function. This means that an attacker could potentially execute arbitrary commands on the system by exploiting this flaw.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have severe impacts including unauthorized command execution on the affected system. According to the CVSS score of 8.8, it can lead to high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts, meaning sensitive data could be exposed or altered, and system operations could be disrupted.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, upgrade the systeminformation library to version 5.31.0 or later, as this version fixes the command injection issue.