CVE-2026-33896
High
Description
Forge (also called `node-forge`) is a native implementation of Transport Layer Security in JavaScript. Prior to version 1.4.0, `pki.verifyCertificateChain()` does not enforce RFC 5280 basicConstraints requirements when an intermediate certificate lacks both the `basicConstraints` and `keyUsage` extensions. This allows any leaf certificate (without these extensions) to act as a CA and sign other certificates, which node-forge will accept as valid. Version 1.4.0 patches the issue.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.4
Exploit probability—
ProductDigitalbazaar Forge
PublishedMar 27, 2026
First seenMar 27, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-295CWE-295
How to fix
Update
- node-forge1.4.0 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| digitalbazaar forge | v ≤ 1.3.3 | — |
| node-forgenpm | v < 1.4.0 | 1.4.0 |
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