CVE-2021-42139

Deno Standard Modules before 0.107.0 allows Code Injection via an untrusted YAML file in certain configurations

published October 11, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An untrusted YAML file could let an attacker run code in your Deno project! This sneaky flaw could fly under the radar if you're not careful! 😱 Think of it like accepting a birthday cake from a stranger — sure, it looks tasty, but what if it’s filled with surprises you didn’t ask for? Just like that cake, unverified YAML files can harbor hidden code that executes when you least expect it. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to inject and execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising your application's integrity. Imagine malicious scripts sneaking into your system and wreaking havoc! The aftermath could lead to data breaches or service disruption, depending on what the attacker decides to do.

Put simply

Think of it like accepting a birthday cake from a stranger — sure, it looks tasty, but what if it’s filled with surprises you didn’t ask for? Just like that cake, unverified YAML files can harbor hidden code that executes when you least expect it. This code injection vulnerability arises in Deno Standard Modules prior to version 0.107.0, where certain configurations fail to adequately validate untrusted YAML inputs, allowing harmful code execution.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to inject and execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising your application's integrity. Imagine malicious scripts sneaking into your system and wreaking havoc! The aftermath could lead to data breaches or service disruption, depending on what the attacker decides to do. To mitigate this risk, update Deno Standard Modules to version 0.107.0 or later immediately. Additionally, be cautious with any YAML files sourced from untrusted parties and implement rigorous validation checks for any such inputs. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll secure your Deno projects, keeping the internet a safer place! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02070 · 81.3th percentile
Published
2021-10-11T04:14Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 OCT 04:14Z
    Deno Standard Modules before 0.107.0 allows Code Injection via an untrusted YAML file in certain configurations
    cvelistv5