QID 983232

QID 983232: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for droppy (GHSA-rhvc-x32h-5526)

Affected versions of `droppy` are vulnerable to cross-site socket forgery. The package does not perform verification for cross-domain websocket requests, and as a result, an attacker can create a web page that opens up a websocket connection on behalf of the user visiting the page. The attacker can then perform any action that the target user could, including adding a new admin account under their control, or deleting others.

## Recommendation

Update to version 3.5.0 or later.

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

CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 8.8 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as High - 6.8 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-rhvc-x32h-5526 for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-rhvc-x32h-5526 - github.com/advisories/GHSA-rhvc-x32h-5526

CVEs related to QID 983232

CVE-2016-10529 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-rhvc-x32h-5526	droppy		github.com/advisories/GHSA-rhvc-x32h-5526

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