Vulnerability Description
The socket.io-file package through 2.0.31 for Node.js relies on client-side validation of file types, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading an executable file via a modified JSON name field. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Socket.Io-File Project | Socket.Io-File | <= 2.0.31 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-6495-8jvh-f28xThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/rico345100/socket.io-fileProductThird Party Advisory
- https://www.npmjs.com/advisories/1564Third Party Advisory
- https://www.npmjs.com/package/socket.io-fileProductThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-6495-8jvh-f28xThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/rico345100/socket.io-fileProductThird Party Advisory
- https://www.npmjs.com/advisories/1564Third Party Advisory
- https://www.npmjs.com/package/socket.io-fileProductThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-24807?
CVE-2020-24807 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The socket.io-file package through 2.0.31 for Node.js relies on client-side validation of file types, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading an executable file via a modi...
How severe is CVE-2020-24807?
CVE-2020-24807 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-24807?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Socket.Io-File Project Socket.Io-File.