CVE-2020-36732
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.07%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36732 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The crypto-js package before 3.2.1 for Node.js generates random numbers by concatenating the string "0." with an integer, which makes the output more predictable than necessary.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The crypto-js package before 3.2.1 for Node.js generates random numbers by concatenating the string "0." with an integer, which makes the output more predictable than necessary.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto-Js Project | Crypto-Js | < 3.2.1 |
References
- https://github.com/brix/crypto-js/issues/254Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/brix/crypto-js/issues/256Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-CRYPTOJS-548472Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/brix/crypto-js/issues/254Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/brix/crypto-js/issues/256Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-CRYPTOJS-548472Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36732?
The crypto-js package before 3.2.1 for Node.js generates random numbers by concatenating the string "0." with an integer, which makes the output more predictable than necessary.
How severe is CVE-2020-36732?
CVE-2020-36732 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36732?
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.
How Strix Helps
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