CVE-2021-4229: ua-parser-js Crypto Mining backdoor

Published May 24, 2022

Updated

A vulnerability was found in ua-parser-js 0.7.29/0.8.0/1.0.0. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the crypto mining component which introduces a backdoor. Upgrading to version 0.7.30, 0.8.1 and 1.0.1 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

Affected Software

3 affected components

Ua-parser-js Project Ua-parser-js Node.js=0.7.29

Ua-parser-js Project Ua-parser-js Node.js=0.8.0

Ua-parser-js Project Ua-parser-js Node.js=1.0.0

Remediation

Patch Available

https://github.com/faisalman/ua-parser-js/issues/536

Event History

May 24, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:30 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:30 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-4229?

CVE-2021-4229 is a critical vulnerability found in ua-parser-js versions 0.7.29, 0.8.0, and 1.0.0 that affects the crypto mining component, introducing a backdoor.

How severe is CVE-2021-4229?

CVE-2021-4229 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

What software is affected by CVE-2021-4229?

The affected software is ua-parser-js version 0.7.29, 0.8.0, and 1.0.0.

How can I fix CVE-2021-4229?

To address CVE-2021-4229, it is recommended to upgrade to version 0.7.30, 0.8.1, or 1.0.1 of ua-parser-js.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-4229?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-4229 at the following references: [GitHub Advisory](https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-pjwm-rvh2-c87w), [GitHub Issue](https://github.com/faisalman/ua-parser-js/issues/536), [VulDB](https://vuldb.com/?id.185453)