CVE-2020-28274

Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'deepref' versions 1.1.1 through 1.2.1 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution

published December 8, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky prototype pollution vulnerability in 'deepref' could turn your application into a code execution playground! 🔥 Think of it like a mischievous child who, while playing with building blocks, accidentally knocks over the entire structure. One small mistake can lead to a cascade of chaos, just like this flaw can disrupt your service or allow remote code execution! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service, potentially locking your app down like a bouncer denying entry at a packed club. They might even gain the ability to execute arbitrary code, which is like handing over the keys to the entire building — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a mischievous child who, while playing with building blocks, accidentally knocks over the entire structure. One small mistake can lead to a cascade of chaos, just like this flaw can disrupt your service or allow remote code execution! This prototype pollution vulnerability in 'deepref' affects versions 1.1.1 through 1.2.1, allowing malefactors to manipulate object prototypes and disrupt the native behavior of the application, leading to denial of service or remote code execution.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service, potentially locking your app down like a bouncer denying entry at a packed club. They might even gain the ability to execute arbitrary code, which is like handing over the keys to the entire building — absolutely devastating! To shield yourself from this risk, upgrade 'deepref' to version 1.2.2 or later. Consider reviewing your code for any potential misuse of user inputs that could exploit this flaw. Regular code audits are a smart move! This is fixable! Follow these steps and you’ll have your defenses bolstered in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02277 · 83.0th percentile
Published
2020-12-08T21:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 DEC 21:28Z
    Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'deepref' versions 1.1.1 through 1.2.1 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution
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