Vulnerability identifier: #VU23981

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:P/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-693

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
safer-eval
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: commenthol

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient implementation of security measures. An attacker can escape implemented sendbox and elevate privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

safer-eval: 1.0.0 - 1.3.6

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External links
http://www.npmjs.com/advisories/1221
http://gist.github.com/JLLeitschuh/609bb2efaff22ed84fe182cf574c023a

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.