CVE-2018-16472: Prototype Pollution in cached-path-relative
Summary
CVE-2018-16472: Prototype Pollution in cached-path-relative. Affects cached-path-relative versions < 1.0.2. Fixed in 1.0.2. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- node-cached-path-relative · Debian:11
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Background
cached-path-relative is an npm package that provides a utility function for resolving relative paths. It is commonly used in Node.js applications to handle file paths. However, versions of cached-path-relative before 1.0.2 are vulnerable to prototype pollution.
Vulnerability Detail
Prototype pollution is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to modify the prototype of an object, leading to unexpected behavior or the ability to execute arbitrary code. In the case of cached-path-relative, an attacker can manipulate the prototype of the resolved path object, potentially leading to security issues or application crashes.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 1.1.0 as of 22 Oct 2026
npm install cached-path-relative@1.1.0Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
1.0.2
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the cached-path-relative package before version 1.0.2 is vulnerable to prototype pollution. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is important to update to version 1.0.2 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Prototype pollution is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to modify the prototype of an object, leading to unexpected behavior or the ability to execute arbitrary code.
The vulnerability in cached-path-relative allows an attacker to manipulate the prototype of the resolved path object, potentially leading to security issues or application crashes.
The impact of this vulnerability depends on how cached-path-relative is used in the application. It could potentially lead to security issues or unexpected behavior.
To fix this vulnerability, update to version 1.0.2 or later of cached-path-relative.
No workaround is available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the latest version of cached-path-relative.
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