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CVE-2026-24120: vm2 is an open source vm/sandbox for Node.js. Prior to version 3.10.5, the fix for CVE-2023-37466 is insufficient and...

CRITICAL CVSS 9.5

Published: May 4, 2026 | Last Modified: May 4, 2026

Description

vm2 is an open source vm/sandbox for Node.js. Prior to version 3.10.5, the fix for CVE-2023-37466 is insufficient and can be circumvented allowing attackers to write code which can escape from the VM2 sandbox and execute arbitrary commands on the host system. This issue has been patched in version 3.10.5.

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Critical CVSS score indicates maximum severity — remote code execution, authentication bypass, or complete system compromise is likely possible.

This analysis is generated by Ghostwire from NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS, and open-source intelligence data. Verify findings through primary sources before acting.

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References

www.tenable.com/cve/CVE-2026-24120
www.cnnvd.org.cn/home/globalSearch?keyword=CVE-2026-24120