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HIGH · 8.4

CVE-2021-41641

Deno <=1.14.0 file sandbox does not handle symbolic links correctly. When running Deno with specific write access, the Deno.symlink method can be used to gain access to any directory.

Vulnerability Description

Deno <=1.14.0 file sandbox does not handle symbolic links correctly. When running Deno with specific write access, the Deno.symlink method can be used to gain access to any directory.

CVSS Score

8.4

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
CHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
DenoDeno>= 1.10.3, <= 1.14.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-59

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-41641?

CVE-2021-41641 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). Deno <=1.14.0 file sandbox does not handle symbolic links correctly. When running Deno with specific write access, the Deno.symlink method can be used to gain access to any directory.

How severe is CVE-2021-41641?

CVE-2021-41641 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-41641?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Deno Deno.