CVE-2026-29786 node-tar: Hardlink Path Traversal via Drive

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Critical Vulnerabilities Discovered in Popular Software Affecting Millions Two critical vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-29786 and CVE-2026-31802, were published in March 2026, affecting widely used software systems. CVE-2026-29786 was published on March 7, 2026, with a proof of concept (PoC) released a day earlier, indicating active exploitation potential. CVE-2026-31802 was published shortly after on March 9, 2026. These vulnerabilities could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising millions of systems globally. Organizations using the affected software are urged to apply patches immediately to mitigate risks. The scope of impact includes both enterprise and individual users, with specific tools being identified as vectors for exploitation. Security teams are currently assessing the extent of the vulnerabilities' exploitation. As of now, there are no confirmed reports of widespread attacks leveraging these vulnerabilities. 2 sources 73