CVE-2022-37623
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.14%
Last modified
CVE-2022-37623 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Prototype pollution vulnerability in function resolveShims in resolve-shims.js in thlorenz browserify-shim 3.8.15 via the shimPath variable in resolve-shims.js.. EPSS estimates a 1.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Prototype pollution vulnerability in function resolveShims in resolve-shims.js in thlorenz browserify-shim 3.8.15 via the shimPath variable in resolve-shims.js.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Browserify-Shim Project | Browserify-Shim | 3.8.15 |
References
- https://github.com/thlorenz/browserify-shim/blob/464b32bbe142664cd9796059798f6c738ea3de8f/lib/resolve-shims.js#L158Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/thlorenz/browserify-shim/blob/464b32bbe142664cd9796059798f6c738ea3de8f/lib/resolve-shims.js#L94Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/thlorenz/browserify-shim/issues/248Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/thlorenz/browserify-shim/blob/464b32bbe142664cd9796059798f6c738ea3de8f/lib/resolve-shims.js#L158Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/thlorenz/browserify-shim/blob/464b32bbe142664cd9796059798f6c738ea3de8f/lib/resolve-shims.js#L94Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/thlorenz/browserify-shim/issues/248Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-37623?
Prototype pollution vulnerability in function resolveShims in resolve-shims.js in thlorenz browserify-shim 3.8.15 via the shimPath variable in resolve-shims.js.
How severe is CVE-2022-37623?
CVE-2022-37623 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-37623?
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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