CVE-2019-10778

Description

devcert-sanscache before 0.4.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a Command Injection via the exec function. The variable `commonName` controlled by user input is used as part of the `exec` function without any sanitization.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.92% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory snyk.io
Affected: n/a devcert-sanscache
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-DEVCERTSANSCACHE-540926 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-10778?
CVE-2019-10778 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-10778?
To fix CVE-2019-10778, 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-2019-10778 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-10778 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-10778?
CVE-2019-10778 affects n/a devcert-sanscache.
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