CVE-2020-28490
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.55%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28490 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The package async-git before 1.13.2 are vulnerable to Command Injection via shell meta-characters (back-ticks). For example: git.reset('atouch HACKEDb'). EPSS estimates a 2.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The package async-git before 1.13.2 are vulnerable to Command Injection via shell meta-characters (back-ticks). For example: git.reset('atouch HACKEDb')
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Async-Git Project | Async-Git | < 1.13.2 |
References
- https://github.com/omrilotan/async-git/commit/d1950a5021f4e19d92f347614be0d85ce991510dPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/omrilotan/async-git/pull/14Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-ASYNCGIT-1064877Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/omrilotan/async-git/commit/d1950a5021f4e19d92f347614be0d85ce991510dPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/omrilotan/async-git/pull/14Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-ASYNCGIT-1064877Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28490?
The package async-git before 1.13.2 are vulnerable to Command Injection via shell meta-characters (back-ticks). For example: git.reset('atouch HACKEDb')
How severe is CVE-2020-28490?
CVE-2020-28490 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28490?
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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