CVE-2023-2138: Use of Hard-coded Credentials in nuxtlabs/github-module

Published Apr 18, 2023
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Updated

https://nuxt.com had a hardcoded GitHub token in the source code of the page. This token had access to multiple repositories under nuxt, nuxtlabs and nuxt-themes GitHub organizations. A patch in version 1.6.2 fixed the issue.

Other sources

Use of Hard-coded Credentials in GitHub repository nuxtlabs/github-module prior to 1.6.2.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
npm/@nuxtlabs/github-module<1.6.2
1.6.2
nuxtlabs nuxt<1.6.2

Event History

Apr 18, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
03:30 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2138?

CVE-2023-2138 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of hardcoded credentials.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-2138?

To resolve CVE-2023-2138, update the affected package @nuxtlabs/github-module to version 1.6.2 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2023-2138?

CVE-2023-2138 affects the @nuxtlabs/github-module package and Nuxt.js versions prior to 1.6.2.

4

What was exposed in CVE-2023-2138?

CVE-2023-2138 exposed a hardcoded GitHub token that provided access to various repositories on GitHub.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2023-2138?

Yes, a patch to fix CVE-2023-2138 was released in version 1.6.2 of the affected package.

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