CVE-2016-10541

Public Exploit

Description

The npm module "shell-quote" 1.6.0 and earlier cannot correctly escape ">" and "<" operator used for redirection in shell. Applications that depend on shell-quote may also be vulnerable. A malicious user could perform code injection.

Categories

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.42%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory nodesecurity.io
Affected: HackerOne shell-quote node module
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/117 third party advisory
https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-qg8p-v9q4-gh34 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-10541?
CVE-2016-10541 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-10541?
To fix CVE-2016-10541, 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-2016-10541 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-10541 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-2016-10541?
CVE-2016-10541 affects HackerOne shell-quote node module.
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