CVE-2020-8149
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.01%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8149 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Lack of output sanitization allowed an attack to execute arbitrary shell commands via the logkitty npm package before version 0.7.1.. EPSS estimates a 2.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Lack of output sanitization allowed an attack to execute arbitrary shell commands via the logkitty npm package before version 0.7.1.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Logkitty Project | Logkitty | < 0.7.1 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/825729Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/825729Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8149?
Lack of output sanitization allowed an attack to execute arbitrary shell commands via the logkitty npm package before version 0.7.1.
How severe is CVE-2020-8149?
CVE-2020-8149 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8149?
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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