Vulnerability Description
NodeBB is an open source Node.js based forum software. Due to a plain object with a prototype being used in socket.io message handling a specially crafted payload can be used to impersonate other users and takeover accounts. This vulnerability has been patched in version 2.6.1. Users are advised to upgrade. Users unable to upgrade may cherry-pick commit `48d143921753914da45926cca6370a92ed0c46b8` into their codebase to patch the exploit.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nodebb | Nodebb | < 2.6.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/48d143921753914da45926cca6370a92ed0c46b8PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-rf3g-v8p5-p675PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/48d143921753914da45926cca6370a92ed0c46b8PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-rf3g-v8p5-p675PatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-46164?
CVE-2022-46164 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.4 (CRITICAL). NodeBB is an open source Node.js based forum software. Due to a plain object with a prototype being used in socket.io message handling a specially crafted payload can be used to impersonate other user...
How severe is CVE-2022-46164?
CVE-2022-46164 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.4/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-46164?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nodebb Nodebb.