Prototype Pollution Vulnerability in Dojo Package
Summary
CVE-2020-5258: In affected versions of dojo (NPM package), the deepCopy method is vulnerable to Prototype Pollution. Affects dojo across 2 version ranges.
< 1.15.3+dfsg1-1
< 20a00afb68f5587946dc76fbeaa68c39bda2171d
Fixed in 1.15.3+dfsg1-1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Dojo is a robust JavaScript toolkit that facilitates the development of dynamic web applications. It provides a wide range of features, including a rich set of UI components, data management capabilities, and utilities for building responsive applications. However, certain versions of Dojo are vulnerable to a Prototype Pollution issue, which can lead to severe security risks if exploited.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2020-5258, arises from the deepCopy method in the Dojo package. This method is susceptible to Prototype Pollution, allowing attackers to inject properties into existing JavaScript object prototypes. By manipulating these attributes, an attacker can overwrite or pollute the base object prototype, potentially leading to unauthorized access or manipulation of application data. The implications of this vulnerability can be significant, as it may compromise the integrity and security of the application.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.15.3+dfsg1-1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade dojoTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
If immediate upgrading is not feasible, a temporary workaround is to validate and sanitize inputs to the deepCopy method to prevent malicious property injection. However, this is not a substitute for upgrading the package.
Conclusion
The CVE-2020-5258 vulnerability in the Dojo package poses significant security risks due to its Prototype Pollution nature. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest patched versions to mitigate these risks. Regular monitoring and vulnerability assessments, such as those provided by Vulert, can help maintain application security.
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FAQ
Prototype Pollution is a security vulnerability that allows an attacker to inject properties into the prototypes of JavaScript objects, potentially leading to unexpected behavior in applications.
Affected versions include all versions prior to 1.12.8, 1.13.7, 1.14.6, 1.15.3, and 1.16.2.
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The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 7.7, indicating a high severity level.
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, and overall compromise of the application's security.
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