CVE-2020-7775: Improper neutralization of arguments in freediskspace
Summary
CVE-2020-7775: Improper neutralization of arguments in freediskspace. Affects freediskspace versions < 1.2.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The freediskspace package is an npm package that provides functionality to check the available disk space on a system. It is commonly used in Node.js applications to monitor and manage disk usage. The package allows developers to retrieve information about the amount of free disk space on a system. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in all versions of the freediskspace package, which could lead to potential security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the freediskspace package arises from improper neutralization of arguments in line 71 of freediskspace.js. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code or perform unauthorized actions on the system. The impact of this vulnerability is critical, as it allows an attacker to gain control over the affected system, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or system compromise. The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with this vulnerability is CWE-78.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, developers can consider implementing input validation and sanitization to mitigate the risk of exploitation. By carefully validating and sanitizing user input, the vulnerability can be mitigated to some extent. However, it is crucial to note that this workaround may not provide complete protection and should be considered a temporary solution until the package is updated.
Conclusion
The freediskspace package is vulnerable to an improper neutralization of arguments vulnerability, which can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or perform unauthorized actions on the affected system. It is crucial to update the package to version 1.2.1 or any subsequent versions that include the fix. In the meantime, implementing input validation and sanitization can serve as a temporary workaround. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code or perform unauthorized actions on the affected system, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or system compromise.
All versions of the freediskspace package up to and including version 1.2.0 are affected by this vulnerability.
Yes, a fix for this vulnerability is available in version 1.2.1 of the freediskspace package. It is recommended to update to this version or any subsequent versions that include the fix.
The CWE ID associated with this vulnerability is CWE-78, which refers to the improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command vulnerability.
A temporary workaround for this vulnerability is to implement input validation and sanitization to mitigate the risk of exploitation. However, it is important to note that this workaround may not provide complete protection and updating to a fixed version of the package is recommended.
