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CVE-2026-16733 find-cypress-specs vulnerability

A weakness has been identified in bahmutov find-cypress-specs up to 1.54.12. The impacted element is the function shell.exec of the file src/index.js of the component Branch Handler. This manipulation of the argument --branch causes os command injection. The attack is restricted to local execution. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.

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Productfind-cypress-specs
CVSS1.9
EPSSNot scored yet
UpdatedJuly 24, 2026

Quick answer

bahmutov find-cypress-specs should be reviewed and updated if it matches the affected versions. The recommended fix is to apply the vendor-supported patched version or the mitigation steps below, then retest the public website with Fixnx.

Who is affected

Affected versions

  • 1.54.0
  • 1.54.1
  • 1.54.2
  • 1.54.3
  • 1.54.4
  • 1.54.5
  • 1.54.6
  • 1.54.7
  • 1.54.8
  • 1.54.9
  • 1.54.10
  • 1.54.11
  • 1.54.12

Fixed versions

  • Apply the latest vendor-supported patched version.

How to fix it

CVE-2026-16733 affects find-cypress-specs and involves code or command execution. Successful exploitation may let an attacker run unintended code or operating-system commands in the affected process. Treat this as a high-priority fix, especially when the affected component or endpoint is reachable by untrusted users. No confirmed fixed version is recorded for CVE-2026-16733; follow the linked vendor advisory, apply its mitigation, and update find-cypress-specs as soon as a supported patched release is available.

  1. Inventory every deployment, device, package, plugin, container, build, and environment that uses find-cypress-specs.
  2. Compare the installed version with the recorded affected range: 1.54.0, 1.54.1, 1.54.2, 1.54.3, 1.54.4, 1.54.5.
  3. No confirmed fixed version is recorded for CVE-2026-16733; follow the linked vendor advisory, apply its mitigation, and update find-cypress-specs as soon as a supported patched release is available.
  4. Until patched, disable the affected feature, limit untrusted input, and run the service with the lowest practical privileges.
  5. Review configuration, roles, tokens, network paths, and exposed endpoints connected to find-cypress-specs; remove access that is not required.
  6. Review process, shell, web, audit, and network logs for unexpected commands, child processes, downloads, callbacks, or changed files.
  7. If exploitation is suspected, isolate affected assets, preserve evidence, rotate exposed credentials or keys, restore trusted data, and rebuild compromised systems before returning them to service.

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Verify the fix

  • Confirm every affected asset now runs the fixed vendor-supported release or has the documented mitigation for CVE-2026-16733 in place.
  • Use a safe regression test to confirm the affected code or command execution path no longer produces the vulnerable behavior.
  • Confirm temporary access controls, endpoint restrictions, network blocks, and least-privilege settings remain effective after the update.
  • Review post-remediation logs and rerun Fixnx plus the relevant package, dependency, firmware, browser, or product-specific security check.
  • Document affected assets, versions, changes, validation evidence, reviewed logs, and any credential rotation, cleanup, or replacement completed.

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Trusted references

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FAQ

What is affected by CVE-2026-16733?

bahmutov find-cypress-specs versions listed as affected should be reviewed: 1.54.0, 1.54.1, 1.54.2, 1.54.3, 1.54.4, 1.54.5, 1.54.6, 1.54.7, 1.54.8, 1.54.9, 1.54.10, 1.54.11, 1.54.12.

What should I fix first?

Start with internet-facing sites, admin panels, login flows, plugins, themes, modules, packages, and systems that process user-controlled input or sensitive data.

How do I confirm the fix worked?

Apply the patched version or mitigation, clear caches where relevant, retest the affected workflow, and run a new Fixnx scan to verify public website exposure signals.

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