QID 980908

QID 980908: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for defaults-deep (GHSA-pjxw-22xf-6pwc)

All versions of `defaults-deep` are vulnerable to prototype pollution. Provided certain input `defaults-deep` can add or modify properties of the `Object` prototype. These properties will be present on all objects.


## Recommendation

As no patch is currently available for this vulnerability it is our recommendation to select another module that can provide this functionality.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 7.5 severity.
  • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-pjxw-22xf-6pwc for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

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    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-pjxw-22xf-6pwc defaults-deep URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-pjxw-22xf-6pwc

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