CVE-2026-93479: A vulnerability exists in NGINX Plus and NGINX Open Source when a map directive uses regex matching and the ro
CVE-2026-93479 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability exists in NGINX Plus and NGINX Open Source when a map directive uses regex matching and the root directive or access log format references the map's regex capture variables before referencing the map output variable. Alternatively, the same result could be achieved by using a non-cacheable variable in a string expression under certain conditions. An unauthenticated attacker along with conditions beyond their control can exploit th
Why this priority
- High severity
- Covered by 3 security sources
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 37%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-122 |
| Published | 2026-10-14 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-15 |
Last updated 2026-10-15 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Exact fixes by distribution
Advisories and coverage
Official advisories
- Ubuntu Security Notices: USN-8955-1: nginx vulnerabilities 2026-10-26
- Amazon Linux 2023 ALAS: ALAS2023-2026-3263 (medium): nginx 2026-10-24
- Amazon Linux 2 ALAS: ALAS2NGINX1-2026-017 (medium): nginx 2026-10-24
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-93479?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-93479 being exploited?
CVE-2026-93479 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-93479 affect?
CVE-2026-93479 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). A vulnerability exists in NGINX Plus and NGINX Open Source when a map directive uses regex matching and the root directive or access log format references the map's regex capture variables before referencing the map output variable. Alterna
How urgent is CVE-2026-93479?
Priority 57/100. High severity; Covered by 3 security sources; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action; On your watchlist