CVE-2019-12966

FeHelper through 2019-06-19 allows arbitrary code execution during a JSON format operation, as demonstrated by the {"a":(function(){confirm(1)})()} input

published June 26, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A crafty JSON input can let attackers execute arbitrary code in FeHelper, turning what should be a simple data operation into a security calamity! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a chef blindly follows a recipe that includes secret ingredients — in this case, malicious code. If the chef doesn’t check the order before cooking, they might just end up serving a dangerous dish! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they want on your server, potentially compromising sensitive data or taking full control of the system. It's like giving someone the keys to your kitchen and letting them decide what’s on the menu, with no questions asked!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a chef blindly follows a recipe that includes secret ingredients — in this case, malicious code. If the chef doesn’t check the order before cooking, they might just end up serving a dangerous dish! This vulnerability in FeHelper affects JSON format operations, allowing attackers to inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript code through crafted JSON input.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they want on your server, potentially compromising sensitive data or taking full control of the system. It's like giving someone the keys to your kitchen and letting them decide what’s on the menu, with no questions asked! Update FeHelper to the latest version to mitigate this issue. If you're still using versions released before June 19, 2019, it's crucial to review your JSON handling practices and implement input validation. 🔒 You’ve got this! Simple fixes can secure your setup and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02401 · 83.9th percentile
Published
2019-06-26T11:31Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 JUN 11:31Z
    FeHelper through 2019-06-19 allows arbitrary code execution during a JSON format operation, as demonstrated by the {"a":(function(){confirm(1)})()} input
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