CVE-2016-10605: Insecure Download of Executable in dalek-browser-ie
Summary
CVE-2016-10605: dalek-browser-ie downloads Resources over HTTP. Affects dalek-browser-ie versions < 0.0.5. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
dalek-browser-ie is an npm package that provides a browser automation library for Internet Explorer. It allows developers to automate tasks in Internet Explorer using JavaScript. The package is deprecated and no longer maintained by the author.
This vulnerability affects versions of dalek-browser-ie that insecurely download 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. This could lead to code execution on the system running dalek-browser-ie.
The package author has marked the package as deprecated, indicating that no patch is currently available.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in dalek-browser-ie 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. As a result, the attacker can execute arbitrary code on the system running dalek-browser-ie. The impact of this vulnerability can be severe, as it can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or further compromise of the system.
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability is CWE-311.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As this vulnerability does not have a patch, the recommended workaround is to uninstall the dalek-browser-ie package and use an alternative package for browser automation in Internet Explorer. This will help mitigate the risk of exploitation.
Conclusion
The dalek-browser-ie package is vulnerable to an insecure download of an executable over an unencrypted HTTP connection. This can lead to code execution on the system running dalek-browser-ie. As no patch is currently available and the package is deprecated, it is recommended to uninstall the package and use alternative solutions for browser automation in Internet Explorer. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
dalek-browser-ie is an npm package that provides a browser automation library for Internet Explorer. It allows developers to automate tasks in Internet Explorer using JavaScript.
The impact of this vulnerability can be severe, as it allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system running dalek-browser-ie. This can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or further compromise of the system.
No, currently there is no patch available for this vulnerability. The package author has marked the package as deprecated.
To mitigate the risk of exploitation, it is recommended to avoid using the dalek-browser-ie package and look for alternative solutions. If you have already installed the package, uninstall it. Additionally, ensure that the package is not installed while connected to a public network.
This vulnerability can be exploited remotely if the attacker has a privileged network position. They can intercept the response and replace the executable with a malicious one.
