CVE-2023-26135
CWE-1321Published: June 30, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
All versions of the package flatnest are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the nest() function in the flatnest/nest.js file.
Risk Analysis
The flatnest package is vulnerable to prototype pollution via the nest() function. This critical flaw can lead to remote code execution or denial of service if an attacker can influence the object structure.
No public exploit is known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable.
Update the flatnest package to a patched version or replace the dependency.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-26135 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-26135 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts