CVE-2018-3722
First published: Thu Jun 07 2018(Updated: )
merge-deep node module before 3.0.1 suffers from a Modification of Assumed-Immutable Data (MAID) vulnerability, which allows a malicious user to modify the prototype of "Object" via __proto__, causing the addition or modification of an existing property that will exist on all objects.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Merge-deep Project Merge-deep | <3.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-3722?
CVE-2018-3722 is a vulnerability in the merge-deep node module before version 3.0.1 that is susceptible to prototype pollution via merging functions.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3722?
The severity of CVE-2018-3722 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.
How does CVE-2018-3722 impact software using merge-deep?
CVE-2018-3722 allows a malicious user to modify the prototype of "Object" via __proto__, causing the addition or modification of an existing property that will exist on all objects.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-3722?
Versions of merge-deep before 3.0.1 are affected by CVE-2018-3722.
How can I fix CVE-2018-3722?
To fix CVE-2018-3722, update merge-deep to version 3.0.1 or later.
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