CVE-2017-18869
LOWCVSS 2.5/10EPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2017-18869 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A TOCTOU issue in the chownr package before 1.1.0 for Node.js 10.10 could allow a local attacker to trick it into descending into unintended directories via symlink attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A TOCTOU issue in the chownr package before 1.1.0 for Node.js 10.10 could allow a local attacker to trick it into descending into unintended directories via symlink attacks.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chownr Project | Chownr | < 1.1.0 |
References
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=863985Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1611614Permissions Required
- https://github.com/isaacs/chownr/issues/14Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/npm:chownr:20180731Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=863985Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1611614Permissions Required
- https://github.com/isaacs/chownr/issues/14Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/npm:chownr:20180731Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18869?
A TOCTOU issue in the chownr package before 1.1.0 for Node.js 10.10 could allow a local attacker to trick it into descending into unintended directories via symlink attacks.
How severe is CVE-2017-18869?
CVE-2017-18869 has a CVSS score of 2.5/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18869?
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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