CVE-2018-3753

Name: CVE-2018-3753
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-07-03T21:29:00.747+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.43%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-3753 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The utilities function in all versions <= 1.0.0 of the merge-objects node module can be tricked into modifying the prototype of Object when the attacker can control part of the structure passed to this function. This can let an attacker add or modify existing properties that will exist on all objects.. EPSS estimates a 1.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The utilities function in all versions <= 1.0.0 of the merge-objects node module can be tricked into modifying the prototype of Object when the attacker can control part of the structure passed to this function. This can let an attacker add or modify existing properties that will exist on all objects.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.43%

69.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Merge-Object Project	Merge-Object	<= 1.0.0

References

https://hackerone.com/reports/310706Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://hackerone.com/reports/310706Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 3, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-3753?

How severe is CVE-2018-3753?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-3753 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-3753?

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