CVE-2026-48936
Description
A flaw was found in Node.js. The Node.js Permission API can allow a local server to be started through a Unix domain socket, even when the --allow-net permission is not explicitly granted. This bypasses intended security restrictions, potentially leading to unintended local network exposure or integrity impact.
Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Score Details
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CVSS v3 Score Breakdown
| Red Hat | NVD | cve.org | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Score | 3.3 | N/A | 3.3 |
| Attack Vector | Local | N/A | Local |
| Attack Complexity | Low | N/A | Low |
| Privileges Required | Low | N/A | Low |
| User Interaction | None | N/A | None |
| Scope | Unchanged | N/A | Unchanged |
| Confidentiality | None | N/A | None |
| Integrity Impact | Low | N/A | Low |
| Availability Impact | None | N/A | None |
Vector
Red Hat: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
cve.org: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Access Control
Technical Impact: Gain Privileges or Assume Identity
An attacker may be able to elevate privileges.
Confidentiality
Technical Impact: Read Application Data
An attacker may be able to obtain sensitive information.
Integrity,Confidentiality,Availability
Technical Impact: Execute Unauthorized Code or Commands
An attacker may be able to execute code.
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