Vulnerability Description
vm2 is a sandbox that can run untrusted code with Node's built-in modules. A sandbox escape vulnerability exists in vm2 for versions up to and including 3.9.17. It abuses an unexpected creation of a host object based on the specification of `Proxy`. As a result a threat actor can bypass the sandbox protections to gain remote code execution rights on the host running the sandbox. This vulnerability was patched in the release of version `3.9.18` of `vm2`. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vm2 Project | Vm2 | < 3.9.18 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://gist.github.com/arkark/e9f5cf5782dec8321095be3e52acf5acExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/commit/d88105f99752305c5b8a77b63ddee3ec86912dPatch
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/releases/tag/3.9.18Release Notes
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-whpj-8f3w-67p5Vendor Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/arkark/e9f5cf5782dec8321095be3e52acf5acExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/commit/d88105f99752305c5b8a77b63ddee3ec86912dPatch
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/releases/tag/3.9.18Release Notes
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-whpj-8f3w-67p5Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-32314?
CVE-2023-32314 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). vm2 is a sandbox that can run untrusted code with Node's built-in modules. A sandbox escape vulnerability exists in vm2 for versions up to and including 3.9.17. It abuses an unexpected creation of a h...
How severe is CVE-2023-32314?
CVE-2023-32314 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-2023-32314?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vm2 Project Vm2.