CVE-2026-26332
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Remote Code Execution in vm2 Sandbox

Publication date: 2026-05-04

Last updated on: 2026-05-06

Assigner: GitHub, Inc.

Description
vm2 is an open source vm/sandbox for Node.js. Prior to version 3.11.0, SuppressedError allows attackers to escape the sandbox and run arbitrary code. This issue has been patched in version 3.11.0.
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Published
2026-05-04
Last Modified
2026-05-06
Generated
2026-06-16
AI Q&A
2026-05-05
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-26332
EUVD
EUVD-2026-26993
Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
vm2_project vm2 to 3.11.0 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-94 The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.
CWE-693 The product does not use or incorrectly uses a protection mechanism that provides sufficient defense against directed attacks against the product.
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Executive Summary

The vulnerability exists in vm2, an open source virtual machine and sandbox for Node.js. Prior to version 3.11.0, the SuppressedError feature allows attackers to escape the sandbox environment and execute arbitrary code outside of the intended restrictions.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can have a severe impact as it allows attackers to break out of the sandbox and run arbitrary code on the host system. This can lead to complete compromise of the affected system, including unauthorized access, data theft, data corruption, and disruption of services.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, you should upgrade vm2 to version 3.11.0 or later, where the issue allowing sandbox escape via SuppressedError has been patched.

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