CVE-2016-10649: frames-compiler - Insecure Download of Executable
Summary
CVE-2016-10649: frames-compiler downloads Resources over HTTP. Affects frames-compiler versions >= 0.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The frames-compiler package is an npm package used for compiling frames, which are a type of data structure used in programming. It is commonly used in web development projects. The package allows developers to compile frames into executable code. However, the package is vulnerable to an insecure download of an executable over an unencrypted HTTP connection.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in frames-compiler arises from the 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. This can lead to code execution on the system running frames-compiler. The vulnerability has a high severity rating and is classified under CWE-311.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As there is no patch available, a workaround for this vulnerability is to manually download the executable from a trusted source and replace the insecurely downloaded executable. This can be done by following these steps:
- Identify the location of the insecurely downloaded executable.
- Download the correct executable from a trusted source.
- Replace the insecure executable with the downloaded one.
- Verify the integrity of the replaced executable to ensure it has not been tampered with.
Conclusion
The frames-compiler 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 frames-compiler. Currently, there is no patch available for this vulnerability, so it is recommended to avoid using the package and consider alternative solutions. Regularly checking for updates and patches is important to ensure the security of the software.
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FAQ
frames-compiler is an npm package used for compiling frames, which are a type of data structure used in programming. It is commonly used in web development projects.
The vulnerability in frames-compiler is an insecure download of an executable over an unencrypted HTTP connection. This allows an attacker to replace the executable with a malicious one, potentially leading to code execution on the system running frames-compiler.
This vulnerability has a high severity rating.
No, currently there is no patch available for this vulnerability.
To mitigate the risk of exploitation, it is recommended to avoid using the frames-compiler package and use an alternative package if possible. If the package is already installed on a private network, ensure that it is not connected to a public network.
