CVE-2021-33360

An issue found in Stoqey gnuplot v.0.0.3 and earlier allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the src/index.ts, plotCallack, child_process, and/or…

published March 10, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky flaw lives in Stoqey gnuplot v.0.0.3 and earlier that lets attackers run arbitrary code through the filePath parameter! Think of it like a magician who can pull any object from a seemingly empty hat—only here, that hat is your server, and the magician is an attacker with a crafty trick up their sleeve! 🎩✨ If exploited, an attacker could gain full control over your system, potentially accessing sensitive files, executing malicious commands, or altering data in a way that could lead to chaos. Imagine a rogue magician causing mayhem at your party—uninvited, but definitely a threat!

Put simply

Think of it like a magician who can pull any object from a seemingly empty hat—only here, that hat is your server, and the magician is an attacker with a crafty trick up their sleeve! 🎩✨ This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating the `src/index.ts`, `plotCallack`, and `child_process` parameters, essentially bypassing any security checks that should be in place.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain full control over your system, potentially accessing sensitive files, executing malicious commands, or altering data in a way that could lead to chaos. Imagine a rogue magician causing mayhem at your party—uninvited, but definitely a threat! To protect yourself, upgrade Stoqey gnuplot to version 0.0.4 or later immediately. Also, perform an audit of your usage of the affected parameters to ensure they're not accepting untrusted input. Don’t skip on validating and sanitizing any external data! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll keep your system safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01127 · 66.1th percentile
Published
2023-03-10T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 MAR 00:00Z
    An issue found in Stoqey gnuplot v.0.0.3 and earlier allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the src/index.ts, plotCallack, child_process, and/or…
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