CVE-2020-7724: Prototype Pollution in tiny-conf
Summary
CVE-2020-7724: Prototype Pollution in tiny-conf. Affects tiny-conf versions < 1.1.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package under scrutiny is tiny-conf, an npm package. It is used for configuration management in JavaScript applications. The package provides a set of functions to read, write, and manage configuration settings. It is widely used in various projects and versions up to and including 1.1.0 are affected by a vulnerability.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in tiny-conf is related to Prototype Pollution. It occurs due to insufficient input validation in the set function. An attacker can manipulate the prototype of objects and inject malicious properties, leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service. This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating its critical severity. It was first published on May 10, 2021, and affects versions 0 to 1.1.0 of the package.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to update the package to a secure version.
Conclusion
The tiny-conf package up to version 1.1.0 is vulnerable to Prototype Pollution. It is crucial for developers to update to a secure version and regularly check for updates to ensure the security of their applications. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
tiny-conf is an npm package used for configuration management in JavaScript applications.
Prototype Pollution is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to modify the prototype of objects, leading to unexpected behavior or security issues.
The impact of this vulnerability can range from arbitrary code execution to denial of service, depending on how it is exploited.
You can use Vulert's playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability. It analyzes your package-lock.json file and provides real-time alerts for open-source vulnerabilities.
Yes, updating the tiny-conf package to a version higher than 1.1.0 will fix this vulnerability.
