Vulnerability Description
Node.js depends on multiple built-in utility functions to normalize paths provided to node:fs functions, which can be overwitten with user-defined implementations leading to filesystem permission model bypass through path traversal attack. This vulnerability affects all users using the experimental permission model in Node.js 20 and Node.js 21. Please note that at the time this CVE was issued, the permission model is an experimental feature of Node.js.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nodejs | Node.Js | >= 20.0.0, < 20.11.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/03/11/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/2259914Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240315-0005/Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/03/11/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/2259914Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20240315-0005/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-21891?
CVE-2024-21891 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Node.js depends on multiple built-in utility functions to normalize paths provided to node:fs functions, which can be overwitten with user-defined implementations leading to filesystem permission mode...
How severe is CVE-2024-21891?
CVE-2024-21891 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-21891?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nodejs Node.Js.