# CVE-2026-44728: node-babel7: Babel is a compiler for writing next generation JavaScript

CVE-2026-44728 is fixed in node-babel7 on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-44728 (version 8.0.4+ds1+~cs177.303.116-2), released May 26, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-44728
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.8 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0013
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 26, 2026

## Description

Babel is a compiler for writing next generation JavaScript. From 7.12.0 to before 7.29.4 and 8.0.0-alpha.13, using Babel to compile code that was specifically crafted by an attacker can cause Babel to generate output code that executes arbitrary code. This vulnerability is fixed in 7.29.4 and 8.0.0-alpha.13.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | node-babel7 Debian 14 | 8.0.4+ds1+~cs177.303.116-2 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-44728](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-44728.md) | May 26, 2026 |

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