CVE-2026-0542

Critical

Description

ServiceNow has addressed a remote code execution vulnerability that was identified in the ServiceNow AI platform. This vulnerability could enable an unauthenticated user, in certain circumstances, to execute code within the ServiceNow Sandbox.    ServiceNow addressed this vulnerability by deploying a security update to hosted instances. Relevant security updates also have been provided to ServiceNow self-hosted customers and partners. Further, the vulnerability is addressed in the listed patches and hot fixes. While we are not currently aware of exploitation against customer instances, we recommend customers promptly apply appropriate updates or upgrade if they have not already done so.

SeverityCritical
CVSS9.2
Exploit probability—
ProductServiceNow AI Platform
PublishedFeb 25, 2026
First seenFeb 25, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-653CWE-653

How to fix

Update
  • ServiceNow ServiceNow AI PlatformAustralia, Zurich Patch 5, Zurich Patch 4 Hot Fix 3b, Yokohama Patch 12, Yokohama Patch 10 Hot Fix 1b, Xanadu Patch 11 Hot Fix 1a or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
ServiceNow ServiceNow AI Platformv < Australia, v < Zurich Patch 5, v < Zurich Patch 4 Hot Fix 3b, v < Yokohama Patch 12, v < Yokohama Patch 10 Hot Fix 1b, v < Xanadu Patch 11 Hot Fix 1aAustralia, Zurich Patch 5, Zurich Patch 4 Hot Fix 3b, Yokohama Patch 12, Yokohama Patch 10 Hot Fix 1b, Xanadu Patch 11 Hot Fix 1a

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