CVE-2026-41282: Code Injection

Published Apr 20, 2026
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Updated

ProjectDiscovery Nuclei 3 before 3.8.0 allows DSL expression injection. This affects use of -env-vars for multi-step templates against untrusted targets (not the default configuration).

Affected Software

2 affected components
ProjectDiscovery nuclei<3.8.0
ProjectDiscovery Nuclei Go>=3.0.0<3.8.0

Event History

Apr 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:10 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:10 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 7, 58279
Event
via NVD·12:14 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-41282?

CVE-2026-41282 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for DSL expression injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-41282?

To fix CVE-2026-41282, update ProjectDiscovery Nuclei to version 3.8.0 or later.

3

What versions of ProjectDiscovery Nuclei are affected by CVE-2026-41282?

CVE-2026-41282 affects ProjectDiscovery Nuclei versions prior to 3.8.0.

4

What specific feature is vulnerable in CVE-2026-41282?

CVE-2026-41282 involves the -env-vars functionality in multi-step templates when used against untrusted targets.

5

Is CVE-2026-41282 a default configuration issue?

No, CVE-2026-41282 affects specific configurations of Nuclei that are not set as the default.

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