CVE-2023-26464
Remote Code Execution in log4js (VIBE-NPM-LOG4JS-26154079)
CRITICAL
CVSS Score
9.8/10
📊 Overview
This vulnerability (CVE-2023-26464) with CVSS score 9.8 affects log4js. The issue manifests through remote code execution attack vectors, enabling potential exploitation by threat actors.
🔬 Technical Analysis
Threat modeling indicates immediate exploitation risk. The npm ecosystem's widespread adoption of log4js amplifies the potential impact.
🛡️ Remediation Strategy
Update log4js to the latest patched version immediately. Implement compensating controls including input validation, network segmentation, and monitoring for exploitation attempts.
🎓 Expert Analysis
Dawn Blizard, PhD: This vulnerability exemplifies the ongoing security challenges in the npm ecosystem. Proactive dependency management is essential.
Vulnerability Information
Timeline
- Discovered
- August 21, 2025
- Published
- August 21, 2025
- Last Modified
- August 21, 2025
Tags
vibecriticallog4jsnpmsnyk-complete