node-tar has Arbitrary File Read/Write via Hardlink Target Escape Through Symlink Chain in Extraction — CVE-2026-26960

Summary

Advisory CVE-2026-26960. node-tar has Arbitrary File Read/Write via Hardlink Target Escape Through Symlink Chain in Extraction Vendor: Microsoft. Source: MSRC. Threat: high. CVSS 7.1. See the official advisory for details.

What to do

General, cautious steps (verify details in the official source):

• Prioritize patching or mitigation immediately (treat as actively risky).
• Identify affected product versions in your inventory and verify whether you are impacted.
• Apply vendor patches/updates or recommended mitigations as soon as available.
• Read the official advisory for exact affected versions and remediation steps.

Official advisory

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