CVE-2018-3757

Command injection exists in pdf-image v2.0.0 due to an unescaped string parameter

published June 1, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty command injection hides in pdf-image v2.0.0, where a sneaky unescaped string parameter can open the door to trouble! Think of it like a recipe book that allows anyone to add their own secret ingredients, which could turn a delightful dish into a disaster. Here, a wayward string can lead to unexpected execution of commands, like a chef randomly adding spices without checking the menu! This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server running the pdf-image tool. While it hasn't been widely exploited yet, the potential for chaos is real—like a rogue chef wreaking havoc in the kitchen!

Put simply

Think of it like a recipe book that allows anyone to add their own secret ingredients, which could turn a delightful dish into a disaster. Here, a wayward string can lead to unexpected execution of commands, like a chef randomly adding spices without checking the menu! The command injection vulnerability stems from an unescaped string parameter in pdf-image v2.0.0, which means malicious input can trick the system into running unintended commands.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server running the pdf-image tool. While it hasn't been widely exploited yet, the potential for chaos is real—like a rogue chef wreaking havoc in the kitchen! To secure your setup, upgrade pdf-image to the latest version immediately and ensure rigorous input validation is in place. Regularly audit your code for similar vulnerabilities and consider implementing security best practices for handling user inputs. You've got this! With a quick update and some vigilance, you can keep your systems safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04622 · 91.6th percentile
Published
2018-06-01T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 JUN 19:00Z
    Command injection exists in pdf-image v2.0.0 due to an unescaped string parameter
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