CVE-2016-10593: Insecure Download of Resources in ibapi
Summary
CVE-2016-10593: ibapi downloads Resources over HTTP. Affects ibapi versions < 2.6.2. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
ibapi is an npm package that provides functionality for downloading resources. It is vulnerable to an insecure download of an executable over an unencrypted HTTP connection. This means that if an attacker has a privileged network position, they can intercept the response and replace the executable with a malicious one, potentially leading to code execution on the system running ibapi.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in ibapi arises from the insecure download of an executable over an unencrypted HTTP connection. This allows an attacker with a privileged network position to intercept the response and replace the executable with a malicious one. The consequences of this vulnerability can be severe, as it can lead to code execution on the affected system. The vulnerability affects versions 0 to 2.6.2 of the ibapi package.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As there is no patch available, the recommended workaround is to avoid using the ibapi package and choose a different package that provides similar functionality. This will help mitigate the risk of exploitation.
Conclusion
The ibapi package is vulnerable to an insecure download of resources over an unencrypted HTTP connection. This can lead to code execution on the affected system if an attacker with a privileged network position intercepts the response and replaces the executable with a malicious one. Currently, there is no patch available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to avoid using the ibapi package and choose an alternative package if possible. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is that an attacker with a privileged network position can intercept the response and replace the executable with a malicious one, potentially leading to code execution on the system running ibapi.
Yes, all versions of ibapi up to and including 2.6.2 are affected by this vulnerability.
No, currently there is no patch available for this vulnerability.
To mitigate the risk of exploitation, it is recommended to avoid using the ibapi package and choose an alternative package if possible. Additionally, ensure that the ibapi package is not installed while connected to a public network.
The vulnerability can be exploited by individuals who have a privileged network position and can intercept the response from the insecure download. This includes attackers who have compromised your network or those with privileged access to your ISP.
