@grpc/grpc-js: In certain configurations, getAuthContext can return unauthorized certificates as though they were aut...

Date Sep 30, 2026
Type Vendor advisory
Signal High-risk advisory
Vendor / Product npm ยท @grpc/grpc-js
CVE CVE-2026-101916
High-risk advisory CVE-2026-101916

Summary

@grpc/grpc-js: In certain configurations, getAuthContext can return unauthorized certificates as though they were authorized

Why it matters

GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for @grpc/grpc-js. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates, especially because EPSS places it in the 10% percentile.

Operator check

Check whether @grpc/grpc-js is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available. EPSS probability: 0.2%; percentile: 10%.

Sources

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