QID 981962

QID 981962: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for safer-eval (GHSA-r3x4-wr4h-pw33)

Versions of `safer-eval` prior to 1.3.4 are vulnerable to Sandbox Escape leading to Remote Code Execution. A payload using constructor properties can escape the sandbox and execute arbitrary code. For example, evaluating he string `console.constructor.constructor('return process')().env` prints `process.env` to the console.

## Recommendation

Upgrade to version 1.3.4 or later.

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

CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.9 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as High - 6.5 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-r3x4-wr4h-pw33 for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-r3x4-wr4h-pw33 - github.com/advisories/GHSA-r3x4-wr4h-pw33

CVEs related to QID 981962

CVE-2019-10759 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-r3x4-wr4h-pw33	safer-eval		github.com/advisories/GHSA-r3x4-wr4h-pw33

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