CVE-2020-28268
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 3.42%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28268 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'controlled-merge' versions 1.0.0 through 1.2.0 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 3.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'controlled-merge' versions 1.0.0 through 1.2.0 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Controlled-Merge Project | Controlled-Merge | >= 1.0.0, <= 1.2.0 |
References
- https://github.com/hlfshell/controlled-merge/commit/5a4b2e9ffe5a0be7f8843d4ab038599d3ae5f9d4Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2020-28268Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/hlfshell/controlled-merge/commit/5a4b2e9ffe5a0be7f8843d4ab038599d3ae5f9d4Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2020-28268Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28268?
Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'controlled-merge' versions 1.0.0 through 1.2.0 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-28268?
CVE-2020-28268 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28268?
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-2020-28268?
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