Vulnerability Description
pm2-kafka is a PM2 module that installs and runs a kafka server pm2-kafka 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pm2-Kafka Project | Pm2-Kafka | 1.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/299Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/299Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-10693?
CVE-2016-10693 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). pm2-kafka is a PM2 module that installs and runs a kafka server pm2-kafka downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code exec...
How severe is CVE-2016-10693?
CVE-2016-10693 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-2016-10693?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pm2-Kafka Project Pm2-Kafka.