vm2: NodeVM builtin allowlist bypass via node:test.run() execArgv allows sandbox escape
High-risk advisory
CVE-2026-92948
Summary
vm2: NodeVM builtin allowlist bypass via node:test.run() execArgv allows sandbox escape
Why it matters
GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for vm2. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates, especially because EPSS places it in the 49% percentile.
Operator check
Check whether vm2 is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available. EPSS probability: 0.7%; percentile: 49%.
Sources
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