CVE-2020-12265
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.17%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12265 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The decompress package before 4.2.1 for Node.js is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Write via ../ in an archive member, when a symlink is used, because of Directory Traversal.. EPSS estimates a 2.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The decompress package before 4.2.1 for Node.js is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Write via ../ in an archive member, when a symlink is used, because of Directory Traversal.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Decompress Project | Decompress | < 4.2.1 |
References
- https://github.com/kevva/decompress/issues/71Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kevva/decompress/pull/73Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.npmjs.com/advisories/1217Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kevva/decompress/issues/71Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kevva/decompress/pull/73Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.npmjs.com/advisories/1217Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12265?
The decompress package before 4.2.1 for Node.js is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Write via ../ in an archive member, when a symlink is used, because of Directory Traversal.
How severe is CVE-2020-12265?
CVE-2020-12265 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12265?
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-2020-12265?
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