CVE-2021-4229

ua-parser-js Crypto Mining backdoor

Description

A vulnerability was found in ua-parser-js 0.7.29/0.8.0/1.0.0. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the crypto mining component which introduces a backdoor. Upgrading to version 0.7.30, 0.8.1 and 1.0.1 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

Categories

5.0
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.11%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: unspecified ua-parser-js
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-pjwm-rvh2-c87w third party advisory
https://github.com/faisalman/ua-parser-js/issues/536 issue tracking third party advisory patch
https://vuldb.com/?id.185453 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-4229?
CVE-2021-4229 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-4229?
To fix CVE-2021-4229, 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-2021-4229 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-4229 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-2021-4229?
CVE-2021-4229 affects unspecified ua-parser-js.
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