CVE-2026-15697: Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes in svgdotjs svg.js
CVE-2026-15697 is a medium severity vulnerability in the svgdotjs svg.js npm package up to version 3.2.5. It affects the EventTarget.on function, allowing improper modification of object prototype attributes. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction and requires low privileges. No official fix or patch has been released yet, and the vendor has not responded to the issue report.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in svgdotjs svg.js (versions 3.2.0 through 3.2.5) involves improper control over modifications to object prototype attributes via the EventTarget.on function. Such a flaw can lead to prototype pollution, potentially enabling attackers to manipulate application behavior or cause unexpected side effects. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable, requires low privileges, and does not require user interaction. The project was notified early but has not provided a response or patch, and no official remediation is currently available.
Potential Impact
An attacker with low privileges can remotely exploit this vulnerability to improperly modify object prototype attributes, which may lead to altered application behavior or security bypasses. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 5.3 (medium severity), reflecting limited but meaningful impact. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or patch is available and the vendor has not responded, users should monitor the project for updates. Until a fix is released, consider applying temporary mitigations such as restricting access to vulnerable functionality or using code-level safeguards against prototype pollution if feasible.
CVE-2026-15697: Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes in svgdotjs svg.js
Description
CVE-2026-15697 is a medium severity vulnerability in the svgdotjs svg.js npm package up to version 3.2.5. It affects the EventTarget.on function, allowing improper modification of object prototype attributes. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction and requires low privileges. No official fix or patch has been released yet, and the vendor has not responded to the issue report.
CVSS v4.0
Score 5.3medium
Affected software
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in svgdotjs svg.js (versions 3.2.0 through 3.2.5) involves improper control over modifications to object prototype attributes via the EventTarget.on function. Such a flaw can lead to prototype pollution, potentially enabling attackers to manipulate application behavior or cause unexpected side effects. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable, requires low privileges, and does not require user interaction. The project was notified early but has not provided a response or patch, and no official remediation is currently available.
Potential Impact
An attacker with low privileges can remotely exploit this vulnerability to improperly modify object prototype attributes, which may lead to altered application behavior or security bypasses. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 5.3 (medium severity), reflecting limited but meaningful impact. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or patch is available and the vendor has not responded, users should monitor the project for updates. Until a fix is released, consider applying temporary mitigations such as restricting access to vulnerable functionality or using code-level safeguards against prototype pollution if feasible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-14T05:01:41.727Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a565a3b68715ace43c7b607
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 15:48:11 UTC
Last enriched: 07/14/2026, 16:21:57 UTC
Last updated: 07/14/2026, 16:47:29 UTC
Views: 2
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