CVE-2016-10626: Insecure Download of Executable in mystem3
Summary
CVE-2016-10626: Downloads Resources over HTTP in mystem3. Affects mystem3 versions < 1.0.8. Fixed in 1.0.8. How to fix ↓
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Background
mystem3 is an npm package that provides a tool for morphological analysis of Russian texts. It is commonly used in natural language processing applications. The package allows users to analyze and process Russian text by providing linguistic information such as word forms, lemmas, and grammatical tags. However, versions of mystem3 prior to 1.0.8 are vulnerable to an insecure download of an executable over an unencrypted HTTP connection.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in mystem3 arises from the insecure download of an executable file over an unencrypted HTTP connection. This means that if an attacker has a privileged network position, they can intercept the response and replace the downloaded executable with a malicious one. When the system running mystem3 executes the downloaded file, it can lead to arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it allows an attacker to compromise the integrity and security of the system.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.0.8
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround provided for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update to the latest version of mystem3 to address the issue.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in mystem3 allows an attacker to replace the downloaded executable with a malicious one, leading to arbitrary code execution. To mitigate this risk, it is crucial to update mystem3 to version 1.0.8 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
mystem3 is an npm package used for morphological analysis of Russian texts. It provides linguistic information about word forms, lemmas, and grammatical tags.
The vulnerability allows an attacker to replace the downloaded executable with a malicious one, leading to arbitrary code execution on the system running mystem3.
To fix the vulnerability, update mystem3 to version 1.0.8 or later.
No, there is no specific workaround. Updating to the latest version is the recommended solution.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GitHub Advisory Database.
