CVE-2020-28278
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.94%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28278 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'shvl' versions 1.0.0 through 2.0.1 allows an attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'shvl' versions 1.0.0 through 2.0.1 allows an 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:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Shvl Project | Shvl | >= 1.0.0, <= 2.0.1 |
References
- https://github.com/robinvdvleuten/shvl/blob/bef0a3ebade444cc6b297147ecf5242308f0892e/index.js#L10Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2020-28278Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/robinvdvleuten/shvl/blob/bef0a3ebade444cc6b297147ecf5242308f0892e/index.js#L10Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2020-28278Broken Link, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28278?
Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'shvl' versions 1.0.0 through 2.0.1 allows an attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-28278?
CVE-2020-28278 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28278?
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-2020-28278?
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