Prototype Pollution Vulnerability in requirejs Package - CVE-2024-38998
Summary
CVE-2024-38998: Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. Affects requirejs versions < 945ae6b41ef81851a030d93759bd36ac75a39958. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
RequireJS is a JavaScript file and module loader that helps in managing dependencies and optimizing the loading of scripts in web applications. It allows developers to define modules and their dependencies, enabling better organization and performance of JavaScript code. However, the version 2.3.6 of requirejs has been found to be vulnerable to a prototype pollution issue, which can lead to severe security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-38998 in requirejs version 2.3.6 arises from a flaw in the 'config' function, which allows attackers to manipulate the prototype of objects. This prototype pollution can lead to arbitrary code execution or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) by injecting malicious properties into the object prototype chain. The implications of this vulnerability are significant, as it can compromise the integrity and availability of applications relying on this package.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
If immediate upgrading is not feasible, a temporary workaround is to avoid using the vulnerable 'config' function in your application until the package can be updated. Additionally, you can implement input validation to sanitize any configurations passed to the function, reducing the risk of exploitation.
Conclusion
The CVE-2024-38998 vulnerability in requirejs version 2.3.6 poses a significant risk due to its potential for prototype pollution, leading to arbitrary code execution and Denial of Service. It is crucial for developers using this package to update to a secure version promptly and consider implementing workarounds until the update can be applied.
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FAQ
Prototype pollution is a security vulnerability that allows an attacker to manipulate the prototype of a base object, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or application crashes.
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Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to execute malicious code within the context of your application, or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) by crashing the application.
Yes, you should upgrade to a version of requirejs that is later than 2.3.6, as the fix for this vulnerability has been implemented in subsequent releases.
The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 9.8, indicating a critical level of severity.
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