ID:12755 - Exploit for Prototype pollution in axios - CVE-2026-44489

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:12755 - Exploit for Prototype pollution in axios - CVE-2026-44489

ID:12755 - Exploit for Prototype pollution in axios - CVE-2026-44489

Published: May 29, 2026


Vulnerability identifier: #VU132751
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-44489
CWE-ID: CWE-1321
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
axios

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in "setProxy()" function in lib/adapters/http.js. A remote attacker can pass specially crafted input to the application and perform prototype pollution, which can result in data manipulation.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.