CVE-2021-20083
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 4.19%
Last modified
CVE-2021-20083 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution') in jquery-plugin-query-object 2.2.3 allows a malicious user to inject properties into Object.prototype.. EPSS estimates a 4.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution') in jquery-plugin-query-object 2.2.3 allows a malicious user to inject properties into Object.prototype.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jquery-Plugin-Query-Object Project | Jquery-Plugin-Query-Object | 2.2.3 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/166299/WordPress-Core-5.9.0-5.9.1-Cross-Site-Scripting.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/BlackFan/client-side-prototype-pollution/blob/master/pp/jquery-query-object.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/166299/WordPress-Core-5.9.0-5.9.1-Cross-Site-Scripting.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/BlackFan/client-side-prototype-pollution/blob/master/pp/jquery-query-object.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-20083?
Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution') in jquery-plugin-query-object 2.2.3 allows a malicious user to inject properties into Object.prototype.
How severe is CVE-2021-20083?
CVE-2021-20083 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-20083?
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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