CVE-2021-4299

cronvel string-kit naturalSort.js naturalSort redos

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in cronvel string-kit up to 0.12.7. This vulnerability affects the function naturalSort of the file lib/naturalSort.js. The manipulation leads to inefficient regular expression complexity. The attack can be initiated remotely. Upgrading to version 0.12.8 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is 9cac4c298ee92c1695b0695951f1488884a7ca73. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-217180.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: cronvel string-kit
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References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.217180 vdb entry third party advisory technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.217180 third party advisory permissions required signature
https://github.com/cronvel/string-kit/commit/9cac4c298ee92c1695b0695951f1488884a7ca73 third party advisory patch
https://github.com/cronvel/string-kit/releases/tag/v0.12.8 release notes third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-4299?
CVE-2021-4299 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-4299?
To fix CVE-2021-4299, 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-2021-4299 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-4299 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-2021-4299?
CVE-2021-4299 affects cronvel string-kit.
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