Vulnerability Description
phantomjs-cheniu is a Headless WebKit with JS API phantomjs-cheniu 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 resources with an attacker controlled copy 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Phantomjs-Cheniu Project | Phantomjs-Cheniu | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/262Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/262Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-10661?
CVE-2016-10661 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). phantomjs-cheniu is a Headless WebKit with JS API phantomjs-cheniu downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (...
How severe is CVE-2016-10661?
CVE-2016-10661 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-2016-10661?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phantomjs-Cheniu Project Phantomjs-Cheniu.