Code Injection Vulnerability in RooCodeInc Roo-Code Product
CVE-2026-81833

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Roocodeinc

Status
Roo-code
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 August 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-81833?

A security flaw has been found in RooCodeInc's Roo-Code product up to version 3.51.1. The vulnerability resides in the 'optimizeQuery' function of the 'src/utils/helpers.ts' file within the CodeIndexManager component. This weakness allows for code injection via manipulation, resulting in a potential remote exploitation risk. Moreover, the vendor has stated that Roo-Code is an unsupported project, and the associated repository has been archived, meaning no further updates or security patches will be provided. Attackers may utilize the public exploit released for this vulnerability, making it critical for users of the affected versions to consider mitigating actions.

Affected Version(s)

Roo-Code 3.51.0

Roo-Code 3.51.1

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-81833 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/396166
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/396166/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-81833
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

tchen200311 (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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