7.5
CWE
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Advisory Published
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-16045: Infoleak

First published: Mon Jun 04 2018(Updated: )

`jquery.js` was a malicious module published with the intent to hijack environment variables. It has been unpublished by npm.

Credit: support@hackerone.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
npm/jquery.js<=1.0.2
jQuery

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-16045?

    CVE-2017-16045 is considered a significant security vulnerability due to its potential to steal sensitive environment variables.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-16045?

    To fix CVE-2017-16045, remove the malicious jquery.js package and ensure you are not using any version of it.

  • What environments are affected by CVE-2017-16045?

    CVE-2017-16045 affects all installations of the jquery.js package published on npm.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-16045?

    There is no patch for CVE-2017-16045 as the malicious package has been unpublished and should not be used.

  • What should I do if I have installed jquery.js as a dependency?

    If you have installed jquery.js as a dependency, it is crucial to remove it immediately and check for any signs of compromise.

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