Command Injection in samsung-remote
Summary
GHSA-xhjx-mfr6-9rr4: Command Injection in samsung-remote. Affects samsung-remote versions < 1.3.5. Fixed in 1.3.5. How to fix ↓
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Background
The samsung-remote package is an npm package that provides a remote control interface for Samsung TVs. It allows users to control their Samsung TVs programmatically by sending commands over the network. The package is widely used in applications that require remote control functionality for Samsung TVs.
Vulnerability Detail
Versions of samsung-remote before 1.3.5 are vulnerable to command injection. This vulnerability occurs when user input is not properly sanitized and is directly passed into the ip option of the package constructor. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious commands into the ip option, which will be executed on the target system. This can lead to unauthorized remote code execution, allowing the attacker to take control of the Samsung TV or perform other malicious actions.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.3.5
This is the first release that contains the fix.
npm install samsung-remote@1.3.5Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
If updating to the latest version is not immediately possible, a temporary workaround is to manually sanitize user input before passing it to the ip option. This can be done by validating and sanitizing the input to ensure it only contains valid IP addresses and does not include any malicious commands.
Conclusion
The samsung-remote package before version 1.3.5 is vulnerable to command injection, which can lead to unauthorized remote code execution. It is crucial to update to the latest version or apply the recommended workaround to mitigate the risk. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
This vulnerability can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the target system, potentially leading to unauthorized remote code execution and full control of the Samsung TV.
There are currently no known public exploits for this vulnerability. However, it is important to update to the latest version or apply the recommended workaround to mitigate the risk.
No, only versions before 1.3.5 are affected. It is recommended to update to version 1.3.5 or later to fix the vulnerability.
Yes, this vulnerability can be exploited remotely if the affected application is exposed to the internet or accessible by an attacker on the same network.
In addition to updating to the latest version or applying the recommended workaround, it is also recommended to ensure that the affected application is not directly exposed to the internet and is protected by a firewall or other network security measures.
References
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