CVE-2024-36120

javascript-deobfuscator crafted payload can lead to code execution

Description

javascript-deobfuscator removes common JavaScript obfuscation techniques. In affected versions crafted payloads targeting expression simplification can lead to code execution. This issue has been patched in version 1.1.0. Users are advised to update. Users unable to upgrade should disable the expression simplification feature.

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: ben-sb javascript-deobfuscator
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/ben-sb/javascript-deobfuscator/security/advisories/GHSA-9p6p-8v9r-8c9m vendor advisory
https://github.com/ben-sb/javascript-deobfuscator/commit/630d3caec83d5f31c5f7a07e6fadf613d06699d6 patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36120?
CVE-2024-36120 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-36120?
To fix CVE-2024-36120, 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-2024-36120 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-36120 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-2024-36120?
CVE-2024-36120 affects ben-sb javascript-deobfuscator.
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