CVE-2020-11079

command injection fix in node-dns-sync

Description

node-dns-sync (npm module dns-sync) through 0.2.0 allows execution of arbitrary commands . This issue may lead to remote code execution if a client of the library calls the vulnerable method with untrusted input. This has been fixed in 0.2.1.

Categories

8.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 5.69% Top 15%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: skoranga node-dns-sync
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/skoranga/node-dns-sync/security/advisories/GHSA-wh69-wc6q-7888 third party advisory
https://github.com/skoranga/node-dns-sync/commit/cb10a5ac7913eacc031ade7d91596277f31645dc third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-11079?
CVE-2020-11079 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-11079?
To fix CVE-2020-11079, 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-2020-11079 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-11079 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~6% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-11079?
CVE-2020-11079 affects skoranga node-dns-sync.
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