Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in the serialize-to-js package 0.5.0 for Node.js. Untrusted data passed into the deserialize() function can be exploited to achieve arbitrary code execution by passing a JavaScript Object with an Immediately Invoked Function Expression (IIFE).
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Serialize-To-Js Project | Serialize-To-Js | 0.5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96223Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/commenthol/serialize-to-js/issues/1Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://opsecx.com/index.php/2017/02/08/exploiting-node-js-deserialization-bug-fExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96223Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/commenthol/serialize-to-js/issues/1Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://opsecx.com/index.php/2017/02/08/exploiting-node-js-deserialization-bug-fExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5954?
CVE-2017-5954 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). An issue was discovered in the serialize-to-js package 0.5.0 for Node.js. Untrusted data passed into the deserialize() function can be exploited to achieve arbitrary code execution by passing a JavaSc...
How severe is CVE-2017-5954?
CVE-2017-5954 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5954?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Serialize-To-Js Project Serialize-To-Js.