Vulnerability Description
jvminstall is a module for downloading and unpacking jvm to local system. jvminstall downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (RCE) by swapping out the requested binary with an attacker controlled binary if the attacker is on the network or positioned in between the user and the remote server.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jvminstall Project | Jvminstall | <= 0.1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/225Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/225Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-10631?
CVE-2016-10631 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). jvminstall is a module for downloading and unpacking jvm to local system. jvminstall downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remot...
How severe is CVE-2016-10631?
CVE-2016-10631 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-10631?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Jvminstall Project Jvminstall.