CVE-2018-3745
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 2.17%
Last modified
CVE-2018-3745 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. atob 2.0.3 and earlier allocates uninitialized Buffers when number is passed in input on Node.js 4.x and below.. EPSS estimates a 2.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
atob 2.0.3 and earlier allocates uninitialized Buffers when number is passed in input on Node.js 4.x and below.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Atob Project | Atob | <= 2.0.3 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/321686Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/321686Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-3745?
atob 2.0.3 and earlier allocates uninitialized Buffers when number is passed in input on Node.js 4.x and below.
How severe is CVE-2018-3745?
CVE-2018-3745 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3745?
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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