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Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-0969 affects server-side rendering of untrusted MDX content using next-mdx-remote. If an attacker can submit or influence MDX that is compiled by the vulnerable serialize function, the server may execute arbitrary code. The CVSS score is 8.8, reflecting high potential impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Executive priority
Treat as high priority where untrusted MDX is processed server-side. Affected systems could allow server code execution, creating material data and service risk. Prioritize internet-facing or multi-user content platforms first.
Technical view
The issue is CWE-94: improper control of code generation. next-mdx-remote’s serialize function insufficiently sanitizes MDX before compilation, enabling arbitrary code execution in React server-side rendering contexts. The record names HashiCorp Shared library version 4.3.0 and states the vulnerability is fixed in next-mdx-remote 6.0.0.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely in applications or shared libraries that compile untrusted MDX server-side using vulnerable next-mdx-remote serialize behavior. The source bundle specifically lists HashiCorp Shared library 4.3.0. Default status is otherwise listed as unaffected, so inventory confirmation is important.
Exploitation context
The CVSS vector indicates network reachability, low attack complexity, low privileges required, and no user interaction. The bundle does not state active exploitation, and KEV is false. Practical exploitability depends on whether attackers can supply or modify MDX that the server compiles.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and HashiCorp advisory reference. The bundle identifies the vulnerable function, impact, CVSS, one affected HashiCorp shared library version, and fixed next-mdx-remote version. No public exploit status is provided in the supplied sources.
Mitigation direction
- Upgrade next-mdx-remote to 6.0.0 or a vendor-approved fixed version.
- Review HashiCorp advisory HCSEC-2026-01 for product-specific guidance.
- Do not server-render untrusted MDX until fixed or safely isolated.
- Restrict who can submit or edit MDX content processed server-side.
Validation and detection
- Inventory applications using next-mdx-remote serialize for server-side MDX compilation.
- Check whether HashiCorp Shared library 4.3.0 is present.
- Confirm next-mdx-remote is upgraded to 6.0.0 or later.
- Identify MDX inputs that can be influenced by non-administrators.
- Review logs for unexpected server-side MDX compilation activity.
Public sources used
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 8.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.85.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
8.8HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
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CWE details
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Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.