CVE-2020-5282

arbitrary shell execution in Nick Chan Bot

Description

In Nick Chan Bot before version 1.0.0-beta there is a vulnerability in the `npm` command which is part of this software package. This allows arbitrary shell execution,which can compromise the bot This is patched in version 1.0.0-beta

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.32%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: Nick Chan nickchanbot
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/Assfugil/nickchanbot/security/advisories/GHSA-8xwp-r7pj-cgw3 third party advisory
https://github.com/Assfugil/nickchanbot/commit/d7dc87523fc8bb6babbf8d636c339193b236a3ba third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-5282?
CVE-2020-5282 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-5282?
To fix CVE-2020-5282, 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-2020-5282 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-5282 is being actively exploited. 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-2020-5282?
CVE-2020-5282 affects Nick Chan nickchanbot.
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