CVE-2016-10540

Public Exploit

Description

Minimatch is a minimal matching utility that works by converting glob expressions into JavaScript `RegExp` objects. The primary function, `minimatch(path, pattern)` in Minimatch 3.0.1 and earlier is vulnerable to ReDoS in the `pattern` parameter.

Categories

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.43%
Third-Party Advisory nodesecurity.io
Affected: HackerOne minimatch node module
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/118 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-10540?
CVE-2016-10540 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-10540?
To fix CVE-2016-10540, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-10540 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-10540 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-10540?
CVE-2016-10540 affects HackerOne minimatch node module.
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