CVE-2016-10546

Name: CVE-2016-10546
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-31T20:29:01.69+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.60%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-10546 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An arbitrary code injection vector was found in PouchDB 6.0.4 and lesser via the map/reduce functions used in PouchDB temporary views and design documents. The code execution engine for this branch is not properly sandboxed and may be used to run arbitrary JavaScript as well as system commands.. EPSS estimates a 2.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An arbitrary code injection vector was found in PouchDB 6.0.4 and lesser via the map/reduce functions used in PouchDB temporary views and design documents. The code execution engine for this branch is not properly sandboxed and may be used to run arbitrary JavaScript as well as system commands.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.60%

83.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Pouchdb	Pouchdb	<= 6.0.4

References

https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/143Third Party Advisory
https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/143Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 31, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-10546?

How severe is CVE-2016-10546?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10546 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-10546?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST