CVE-2026-73088
Description
A flaw was found in Browserslist, a tool for sharing browser and Node.js versions. An attacker could provide specially crafted statistics data, which the tool processes without proper validation. This improper handling of untrusted data can lead to prototype pollution, potentially causing the application to crash and resulting in a denial of service.
Statement
This is an Important vulnerability. The browserslist package, a front-end development tool, is vulnerable to prototype pollution when processing untrusted statistics data. This flaw can lead to a denial of service, as malicious input can crash applications that use the affected library. The impact is considered Important due to the potential for remote exploitation without authentication or user interaction, directly affecting service availability.
Mitigation
To reduce exposure, ensure that the `browserslist` tool processes only trusted `browserslist-stats.json`, `opts.stats`, and CLI `--stats` data. Avoid using the tool with untrusted input sources in development or build environments. If `browserslist` is integrated into automated pipelines, validate all input data originates from trusted sources.
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Score Details
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CVSS scores for open source components depend on vendor-specific factors (e.g. version or build chain). Therefore, Red Hat's score and impact rating can be different from NVD and other vendors. Red Hat remains the authoritative CVE Naming Authority (CNA) source for its products and services (see Red Hat classifications).
CVSS v3 Score Breakdown
| Red Hat | NVD | cve.org | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Score | 7.5 | N/A | 7.5 |
| Attack Vector | Network | N/A | Network |
| Attack Complexity | Low | N/A | Low |
| Privileges Required | None | N/A | None |
| User Interaction | None | N/A | None |
| Scope | Unchanged | N/A | Unchanged |
| Confidentiality | None | N/A | None |
| Integrity Impact | None | N/A | None |
| Availability Impact | High | N/A | High |
Vector
Red Hat: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
cve.org: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Integrity
Technical Impact: Modify Application Data
An attacker could modify sensitive data or program variables.
Integrity
Technical Impact: Execute Unauthorized Code or Commands
Other,Integrity
Technical Impact: Varies by Context; Alter Execution Logic
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