CVE-2018-3750: Input Validation
First published: Tue May 15 2018(Updated: )
Node.js deep-extend module could provide weaker than expected security, caused by a flaw in the Utilities function. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to launch further attacks on the system.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| npm/deep-extend | <0.5.1 | 0.5.1 |
| redhat/nodejs-deep-extend | <0.5.1 | 0.5.1 |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) | <=1.6.0.1 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) | <=1.6.0.0 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) | <=1.5.0.1 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) | <=1.5.0.0 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) | <=1.4.0.0 | |
| Deep Extend Project Deep Extend | <=0.5.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-3750
- https://hackerone.com/reports/311333
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-hr2v-3952-633q (Advisory)
- https://www.npmjs.com/advisories/612
- https://github.com/unclechu/node-deep-extend/commit/9423fae877e2ab6b4aecc4db79a0ed63039d4703
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/144392
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6453115 (Advisory)
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/612
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1578247
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1578248
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:2625
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1578246
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-3750?
CVE-2018-3750 is a vulnerability in the deep-extend module of Node.js that could result in weaker than expected security.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-3750?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-3750 by tricking the utilities function in the deep-extend module into modifying the prototype of Object.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3750?
CVE-2018-3750 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).
Which versions of deep-extend are affected by CVE-2018-3750?
All versions <= 0.5.0 of the deep-extend module are affected by CVE-2018-3750.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3750?
To fix CVE-2018-3750, update to version 0.5.1 of the deep-extend module.
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