CVE-2022-36313
First published: Thu Jul 21 2022(Updated: )
A flaw was found in the file-type npm package. A malformed MKV file could lead the file type detector to a denial of Service. This issue allows an attacker to input a malicious file and make the server unresponsive.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| File-type Project File-type | <16.5.4 | |
| File-type Project File-type | >=17.0.0<17.1.3 | |
| IBM Cloud Pak for Security | <=1.10.0.0 - 1.10.11.0 | |
| IBM QRadar Suite Software | <=1.10.12.0 - 1.10.16.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/231890
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7080058 (Advisory)
- https://github.com/sindresorhus/file-type/releases/tag/v16.5.4
- https://github.com/sindresorhus/file-type/releases/tag/v17.1.3
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220909-0005/
- https://www.npmjs.com/package/file-type
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2159683
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:0713
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2022-36313
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2159682
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2022-36313 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-36313
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-36313?
CVE-2022-36313 is a vulnerability found in the file-type npm package that could be exploited to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) attack.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-36313?
CVE-2022-36313 has a severity rating of medium (5.5).
How does CVE-2022-36313 affect the file-type package?
CVE-2022-36313 affects the file-type package versions before 16.5.4 and 17.x before 17.1.3 for Node.js.
How can a malformed MKV file exploit CVE-2022-36313?
A malformed MKV file can cause the file type detector in the file-type package to enter an infinite loop, making the application unresponsive and triggering a DoS attack.
How can I fix CVE-2022-36313?
To fix CVE-2022-36313, update the file-type package to version 16.5.4 or 17.1.3, or upgrade to version 18.0.0.
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