CVE-2026-1145 quickjs-ng quickjs quickjs.c js_typed_array_constructor_ta heap-based overflow

Medium 5.3 Published Updated

A heap-based buffer overflow in the quickjs-ng JavaScript engine allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2026-1145?

CVE-2026-1145 is a medium-severity memory corruption vulnerability in quickjs-ng quickjs, published on 19 Jan 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A flaw has been found in quickjs-ng quickjs up to 0.11.0. Affected by this vulnerability is the function js_typed_array_constructor_ta of the file quickjs.c. This manipulation causes heap-based buffer overflow. The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. The exploit has been published and may be used. Patch name: 53aebe66170d545bb6265906fe4324e4477de8b4. It is suggested to install a patch to address this issue.

Weakness: CWE-122, CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-1145?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Quickjs-Ng Quickjs.

How do I fix CVE-2026-1145?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2026-1145 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-1145 exists.

Sources

Also known as ALPINE-CVE-2026-1145, DEBIAN-CVE-2026-1145, GHSA-jqv9-g2ph-pfw9.

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