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CVE-2026-33896

7.4 · HIGH

Forge (also called `node-forge`) is a native implementation of Transport Layer Security in JavaScript.

Published Mar 27, 2026CWE-295EPSS 0.50%

Overview

CVE-2026-33896 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 27, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Forge (also called `node-forge`) is a native implementation of Transport Layer Security in JavaScript. Prior to version 1.4.0, `pki.verifyCertificateChain()` does not enforce RFC 5280 basicConstraints requirements when an intermediate certificate lacks both the `basicConstraints` and `keyUsage` extensions. This allows any leaf certificate (without these extensions) to act as a CA and sign other certificates, which node-forge will accept as valid. Version 1.4.0 patches the issue.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

GitHubgithub.com/digitalbazaar/forge/commit/2e492832fb25227e6b647cbe1ac981c123171e90GitHubgithub.com/digitalbazaar/forge/security/advisories/GHSA-2328-f5f3-gj25Refaccess.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:13826Refaccess.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:24761Refaccess.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:34342Refaccess.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2026:9742Refaccess.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-33896Refbugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2452458GitHubgithub.com/digitalbazaar/forge/security/advisories/GHSA-2328-f5f3-gj25Refsecurity.access.redhat.com/data/csaf/v2/vex/2026/cve-2026-33896.json

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-33896?

CVE-2026-33896 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 27, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-33896?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.4, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-33896?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2026-33896?

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