CVE-2026-92946 Details
Description
vm2 before 3.11.7 contains a remote code execution vulnerability when require.external is enabled without an explicit require.root that excludes node_modules. Sandboxed code can require vm2's own package, instantiate an unrestricted NodeVM instance, and execute arbitrary host OS commands via child_process.
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in vm2 versions prior to 3.11.7. The issue arises when the require.external option is enabled without an explicit require.root that excludes node_modules. This configuration allows sandboxed code to require vm2's own package, create an unrestricted NodeVM instance, and execute arbitrary commands on the host operating system using the child_process module.
Users are advised to update vm2 to version 3.11.7 or later, where this vulnerability has been patched.
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Assessed Sep 17, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Sep 17, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-j3hm-6rg5-mchv | [email protected] | AdvisoryExploitRemedyVendor |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/vm2-before-3.11.7-remote-code-execution-via-require-external | [email protected] | Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-913 | Improper Control of Dynamically-Managed Code Resources | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| vm2 | <= 3.11.6 (semver) |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 17, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |