CVE-2020-8147

Public Exploit

Description

Flaw in input validation in npm package utils-extend version 1.0.8 and earlier may allow prototype pollution attack that may result in remote code execution or denial of service of applications using utils-extend.

Categories

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.85% Top 15%
Third-Party Advisory hackerone.com
Affected: n/a utils-extend
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://hackerone.com/reports/801522 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-8147?
CVE-2020-8147 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-8147?
To fix CVE-2020-8147, 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-2020-8147 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-8147 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-8147?
CVE-2020-8147 affects n/a utils-extend.
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