REDHAT-BUG-2438237: High severity npm/axios vulnerability

Published Feb 9, 2026
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Updated

Axios is a promise based HTTP client for the browser and Node.js. Prior to 1.13.5, the mergeConfig function in axios crashes with a TypeError when processing configuration objects containing proto as an own property. An attacker can trigger this by providing a malicious configuration object created via JSON.parse(), causing complete denial of service. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.13.5.

Affected Software

1 affected component
npm/axios<1.13.5

Event History

Feb 9, 2026
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·09:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2438237?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2438237 is rated as high with a score of 7.

2

What impact does REDHAT-BUG-2438237 have on applications using Axios?

REDHAT-BUG-2438237 can lead to application crashes due to a TypeError when an attacker provides a malicious configuration object.

3

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2438237?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2438237, upgrade Axios to version 1.13.5 or later, which resolves the issue.

4

What versions of Axios are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2438237?

Versions of Axios prior to 1.13.5 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2438237.

5

Can REDHAT-BUG-2438237 be exploited remotely?

Yes, an attacker can exploit REDHAT-BUG-2438237 remotely by providing a specially crafted configuration object.

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