CVE-2016-10618: Insecure Resource Downloads in node-browser
Summary
CVE-2016-10618: node-browser downloads Resources over HTTP. Affects node-browser versions < 0.0.3. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The node-browser package is an npm package that allows developers to run browser-specific code in Node.js. It provides a browser-like environment within Node.js, enabling the execution of client-side JavaScript code on the server. This package is commonly used in scenarios where developers need to test or run browser-specific code in a Node.js environment.
However, versions of node-browser prior to 0.0.4 are vulnerable to insecure resource downloads over HTTP.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in node-browser arises from the insecure downloading of resources over HTTP. When an attacker has a privileged network position, they can modify or read these resources at will. The severity of the impact depends on the behavior of the package, ranging from unauthorized access to sensitive information to potential remote code execution.
This vulnerability is assigned a severity rating of HIGH (CVSS score not provided). The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with this vulnerability is CWE-311.
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 uninstall the node-browser package and use an alternative package that does not have this vulnerability. Additionally, ensure that the package is not installed while connected to a public network to minimize the risk of exploitation.
Conclusion
The node-browser package is vulnerable to insecure resource downloads over HTTP, which can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information or potential remote code execution. Currently, there is no patch available, and the best mitigation is to avoid using this package and consider using an alternative. If the package is already installed on a private network, ensure it is not connected to a public network to reduce the risk of exploitation.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability can range from unauthorized access to sensitive information to potential remote code execution, depending on the behavior of the package and the attacker's capabilities.
No, there is currently no patch available for this vulnerability.
It is recommended to avoid using the node-browser package due to the vulnerability. Consider using an alternative package if available.
If the node-browser package is already installed on a private network, ensure that it is not connected to a public network. This limits the potential attackers to those who have compromised the private network or have privileged access to the ISP.
This vulnerability is assigned a severity rating of HIGH, but the exact CVSS score is not provided.
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