Vulnerability identifier: #VU23921

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-61

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
bin-links
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: isaacs

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a symlink following issue. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted symbolic link to files outside the thenode_modules folder through the bin field. This may allow attackers to access unauthorized files and gain access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Update to version 1.1.5.

Vulnerable software versions

bin-links: 1.0.0 - 1.1.4

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External links
http://www.npmjs.com/advisories/1435

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.