CVE-2021-23568
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.45%
Last modified
CVE-2021-23568 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The package extend2 before 1.0.1 are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the extend function due to unsafe recursive merge.. EPSS estimates a 1.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The package extend2 before 1.0.1 are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the extend function due to unsafe recursive merge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Eggjs | Extend2 | < 1.0.1 |
References
- https://github.com/eggjs/extend2/commit/aa332a59116c8398976434b57ea477c6823054f8Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/eggjs/extend2/pull/2Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-EXTEND2-2320315Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/eggjs/extend2/commit/aa332a59116c8398976434b57ea477c6823054f8Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/eggjs/extend2/pull/2Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-EXTEND2-2320315Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-23568?
The package extend2 before 1.0.1 are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the extend function due to unsafe recursive merge.
How severe is CVE-2021-23568?
CVE-2021-23568 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-23568?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-23568?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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