CVE-2020-36376

An issue was discovered in the list function in shenzhim aaptjs 1.3.1, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the filePath parameters

published October 31, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A seemingly innocent filePath parameter is the vulnerability here! This sneaky issue in shenzhim aaptjs 1.3.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with just a crafted input. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it as a restaurant that lets anyone order a dish off the secret menu without verifying their identity โ€” one clever order and they can serve up anything! An attacker could potentially execute any code they desire, which could lead to catastrophic consequences like data breaches or system control. This vulnerability could turn your application into an unwitting accomplice for malicious actions!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant that lets anyone order a dish off the secret menu without verifying their identity โ€” one clever order and they can serve up anything! This vulnerability in shenzhim aaptjs 1.3.1 allows attackers to exploit the list function by manipulating the filePath parameters, leading to arbitrary code execution.

What to do

An attacker could potentially execute any code they desire, which could lead to catastrophic consequences like data breaches or system control. This vulnerability could turn your application into an unwitting accomplice for malicious actions! To secure your systems, immediately update to the latest version of aaptjs if available, and conduct a thorough code review of your filePath handling. Implement strict input validation and sanitization to mitigate future risks! You've got this! Take action and lock down your application to keep it secure. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01869 ยท 79.2th percentile
Published
2021-10-31T19:51Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 OCT 19:51Z
    An issue was discovered in the list function in shenzhim aaptjs 1.3.1, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the filePath parameters
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