CVE-2026-16489: OS Command Injection in jsforce
CVE-2026-16489 is an OS command injection vulnerability in the jsforce library affecting versions 3.10.0 through 3.10.16. The issue exists in the _execCommand function within lib/registry/sfdx.js of the SFDX Connection Registry component. Exploitation requires local access and can lead to execution of arbitrary OS commands. The vulnerability was reported early but the project has not yet responded or issued a fix. The CVSS score is 4.8, indicating medium severity.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in jsforce up to version 3.10.16 involves improper handling of input in the _execCommand function of the SFDX Connection Registry, leading to OS command injection. The attack vector is local, requiring the attacker to have local environment access to exploit the flaw. Although an exploit is publicly available, there is no official patch or remediation from the vendor as of the published date. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.8 score, reflecting a medium level of risk due to the local attack vector and required privileges.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with local access and low privileges to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the affected system. This can lead to unauthorized actions within the local environment, potentially compromising system integrity or confidentiality depending on the commands executed.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official fix or patch is currently available for this vulnerability. Since exploitation requires local access, restricting local user permissions and access can reduce risk. Monitor vendor advisories for updates or patches. Avoid running untrusted code or commands in the affected jsforce versions until a remediation is provided.
CVE-2026-16489: OS Command Injection in jsforce
Description
CVE-2026-16489 is an OS command injection vulnerability in the jsforce library affecting versions 3.10.0 through 3.10.16. The issue exists in the _execCommand function within lib/registry/sfdx.js of the SFDX Connection Registry component. Exploitation requires local access and can lead to execution of arbitrary OS commands. The vulnerability was reported early but the project has not yet responded or issued a fix. The CVSS score is 4.8, indicating medium severity.
CVSS v4.0
Score 4.8medium
Affected software
cpe:2.3:a:jsforce:jsforce:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in jsforce up to version 3.10.16 involves improper handling of input in the _execCommand function of the SFDX Connection Registry, leading to OS command injection. The attack vector is local, requiring the attacker to have local environment access to exploit the flaw. Although an exploit is publicly available, there is no official patch or remediation from the vendor as of the published date. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.8 score, reflecting a medium level of risk due to the local attack vector and required privileges.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with local access and low privileges to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the affected system. This can lead to unauthorized actions within the local environment, potentially compromising system integrity or confidentiality depending on the commands executed.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official fix or patch is currently available for this vulnerability. Since exploitation requires local access, restricting local user permissions and access can reduce risk. Monitor vendor advisories for updates or patches. Avoid running untrusted code or commands in the affected jsforce versions until a remediation is provided.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-21T15:53:55.187Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a6006539c2644c7f8f66d4f
Added to database: 07/21/2026, 23:52:51 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 05:22:58 UTC
Last updated: 09/02/2026, 22:52:09 UTC
Views: 85
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