CVE-2020-7720
HIGHCVSS 7.3/10EPSS 3.16%
Last modified
CVE-2020-7720 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The package node-forge before 0.10.0 is vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the util.setPath function. Note: Version 0.10.0 is a breaking change removing the vulnerable functions.. EPSS estimates a 3.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The package node-forge before 0.10.0 is vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the util.setPath function. Note: Version 0.10.0 is a breaking change removing the vulnerable functions.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Digitalbazaar | Forge | < 0.10.0 |
References
- https://github.com/digitalbazaar/forge/blob/master/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JAVA-ORGWEBJARSNPM-609293Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-NODEFORGE-598677Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/digitalbazaar/forge/blob/master/CHANGELOG.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JAVA-ORGWEBJARSNPM-609293Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-NODEFORGE-598677Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-7720?
The package node-forge before 0.10.0 is vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the util.setPath function. Note: Version 0.10.0 is a breaking change removing the vulnerable functions.
How severe is CVE-2020-7720?
CVE-2020-7720 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-7720?
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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