CVE-2019-10788

Public Exploit

Description

im-metadata through 3.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "exec" argument. It is possible to inject arbitrary commands as part of the metadata options which is given to the "exec" function.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.84% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory snyk.io
Affected: n/a im-metadata
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-IMMETADATA-544184 patch third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/Turistforeningen/node-im-metadata/commit/ea15dddbe0f65694bfde36b78dd488e90f246639 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-10788?
CVE-2019-10788 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-10788?
To fix CVE-2019-10788, 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-2019-10788 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-10788 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-2019-10788?
CVE-2019-10788 affects n/a im-metadata.
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