CVE-2026-41242
CRITICALDescription
protobufjs compiles protobuf definitions into JavaScript (JS) functions. In versions prior to 8.0.1 and 7.5.5, attackers can inject arbitrary code in the "type" fields of protobuf definitions, which will then execute during object decoding using that definition. Versions 8.0.1 and 7.5.5 patch the issue.
CVSS v3.1 Score
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EPSS estimates the probability that this vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A higher score means more likely to be exploited.
Weakness Type (CWE)
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| protobufjs_project | protobufjs |
| protobufjs_project | protobufjs |
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