CVE-2016-1202
UnknownEPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2016-1202 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Untrusted search path vulnerability in Atom Electron before 0.33.5 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse Node.js module in a parent directory of a directory named on a require line.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Atom Electron before 0.33.5 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse Node.js module in a parent directory of a directory named on a require line.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Atom | Electron | <= 0.33.4 |
References
- http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN00324715/index.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://jvndb.jvn.jp/jvndb/JVNDB-2016-000054Vendor Advisory
- http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN00324715/index.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://jvndb.jvn.jp/jvndb/JVNDB-2016-000054Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-1202?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Atom Electron before 0.33.5 allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse Node.js module in a parent directory of a directory named on a require line.
How severe is CVE-2016-1202?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-1202 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1202?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-1202?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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