QID 981569

QID 981569: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for kind-of (GHSA-6c8f-qphg-qjgp)

Versions of `kind-of` 6.x prior to 6.0.3 are vulnerable to a Validation Bypass. A maliciously crafted object can alter the result of the type check, allowing attackers to bypass the type checking validation.


## Recommendation

Upgrade to versions 6.0.3 or later.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 7.5 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-6c8f-qphg-qjgp for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 981569

    CVE-2019-20149 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-6c8f-qphg-qjgp kind-of URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-6c8f-qphg-qjgp
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