QID 980935

QID 980935: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for msrcrypto (GHSA-qg3g-2mgh-33j8)

Versions of `msrcrypto` prior to 1.4.1 are vulnerable to Sensitive Data Exposure. The package's Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) implementation may leak information about a server's private ECC key. It can also allow attackers to craft invalid ECDSA signatures that pass as valid. There is no published proof-of-concept for this vulnerability.


## Recommendation

Upgrade to version 1.4.1 or later.

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-qg3g-2mgh-33j8 for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980935

    CVE-2018-8319 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-qg3g-2mgh-33j8 msrcrypto URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-qg3g-2mgh-33j8
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