CVE-2016-10610: unicode-json - Insecure Resource Download over HTTP
Summary
CVE-2016-10610: Downloads Resources over HTTP in unicode-json. Affects unicode-json versions < 2.0.0. Fixed in 2.0.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
unicode-json is an npm package that provides functionality for working with Unicode characters in JSON strings. It allows encoding and decoding of Unicode characters in JSON format. The package is vulnerable to an insecure resource download over HTTP.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in unicode-json arises from insecurely downloading resources over HTTP. If an attacker has a privileged network position, they can modify or read these resources. The severity of the impact depends on the behavior of the package, ranging from reading sensitive information to remote code execution.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
2.0.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, unicode-json is vulnerable to an insecure resource download over HTTP. It is recommended to update to version 2.0.0 or higher to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
unicode-json is an npm package that provides functionality for working with Unicode characters in JSON strings.
The impact of this vulnerability can range from reading sensitive information to remote code execution, depending on the behavior of the package.
To fix this vulnerability, you should install version 2.0.0 or greater of unicode-json.
No specific workarounds have been mentioned for this vulnerability.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GitHub Advisory Database.
