CVE-2016-10652: Insecure Resource Download in prebuild-lwip
Summary
CVE-2016-10652: prebuild-lwip downloads Resources over HTTP. Affects prebuild-lwip versions < 0.0.4. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
prebuild-lwip is an npm package that is used for downloading resources over HTTP. It is vulnerable to an insecure resource download issue, which can be exploited by attackers with privileged network positions. This vulnerability allows attackers to modify or read the downloaded resources, potentially leading to sensitive information disclosure or even remote code execution.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in prebuild-lwip arises from its insecure resource download mechanism. When the package is used in scenarios where an attacker has a privileged network position, they can intercept and manipulate the downloaded resources. The severity of the impact depends on the behavior of the package, ranging from information disclosure to remote code execution. This vulnerability is assigned the CVE identifier CVE-2016-10652 and has a severity rating of HIGH. 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 avoid using the prebuild-lwip package. Instead, consider using a different package that provides similar functionality but does not have this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The prebuild-lwip package is vulnerable to an insecure resource download issue, which can have severe consequences ranging from information disclosure to remote code execution. It is recommended to avoid using this package and opt for a safer alternative. Regularly checking for updates and patches for this package is crucial to ensure the security of your application. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
prebuild-lwip is an npm package used for downloading resources over HTTP.
The impact of this vulnerability can range from sensitive information disclosure to remote code execution, depending on the behavior of the package.
No, currently there is no patch available for this vulnerability.
To mitigate the risk of exploitation, it is recommended to avoid using the prebuild-lwip 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.
This vulnerability has a severity rating of HIGH.
