CVE-2026-44966 Details
Description
Velocity.js is a JavaScript implementation of the Apache Velocity template engine. In 2.1.5 and earlier, a prototype pollution vulnerability was discovered in velocityjs. This issue occurs during the processing of #set directives in Velocity templates. If an application renders a template controlled by an attacker, it is possible to modify Object.prototype, potentially leading to Denial of Service (DoS) or Remote Code Execution (RCE) depending on the server environment.
A prototype pollution vulnerability exists in Velocity.js versions 2.1.5 and earlier. This vulnerability arises during the processing of #set directives in Velocity templates. When an application renders a template that an attacker controls, it can be exploited to modify Object.prototype. This modification could lead to a denial-of-service condition or remote code execution, depending on the server environment.
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 1, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/shepherdwind/velocity.js/security/advisories/GHSA-j658-c2gf-x6pq | [email protected] | ExploitVendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-1321 | Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| shepherdwind velocity.js | <= 2.1.5 |
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Change History
6 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2026 | CVE Translated | [email protected] |
| Jul 23, 2026 | CVE Translated | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 2, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 26, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |