QID 980713

QID 980713: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for paypal-ipn (GHSA-h698-r4hm-w94p)

Versions 2.x.x and earlier of `paypal-ipn` are affected by a validation bypass vulnerability.

paypal-ipn uses the `test_ipn` parameter (which is set by the PayPal IPN simulator) to determine if it should use the production PayPal site or the sandbox.

A motivated attacker could craft a request string using the simulator to fool the application into entering the sandbox mode, potentially allowing purchases without valid payment.

## Recommendation

Upgrade to version 3.0.0 or later.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.9 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-h698-r4hm-w94p for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-h698-r4hm-w94p - github.com/advisories/GHSA-h698-r4hm-w94p

CVEs related to QID 980713

CVE-2014-10067 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-h698-r4hm-w94p	paypal-ipn		github.com/advisories/GHSA-h698-r4hm-w94p

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