CVE-2023-37903: Sandbox Escape in vm2
First published: Thu Jul 13 2023(Updated: )
In vm2 for versions up to 3.9.19, Node.js custom inspect function allows attackers to escape the sandbox and run arbitrary code. ### Impact Remote Code Execution, assuming the attacker has arbitrary code execution primitive inside the context of vm2 sandbox. ### Patches None. ### Workarounds None. ### References PoC is to be disclosed on or after the 5th of September. ### Similarity with [CVE-2023-37466](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-37466) While this advisory might look similar to [CVE-2023-37466](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-37466), it is a completely different way of escaping the sandbox. ### For more information If you have any questions or comments about this advisory: - Open an issue in [VM2](https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2) Thanks to [Xion](https://twitter.com/0x10n) (SeungHyun Lee) of [KAIST Hacking Lab](https://kaist-hacking.github.io/) for disclosing this vulnerability.
Credit: security-advisories@github.com security-advisories@github.com security-advisories@github.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| npm/vm2 | <=3.9.19 | |
| IBM Cognos Analytics | <=12.0.0-12.0.2 | |
| IBM Cognos Analytics | <=11.2.0-11.2.4 FP3 | |
| Vm2 Project | <=3.9.19 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-g644-9gfx-q4q4
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-37903
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230831-0007/
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-g644-9gfx-q4q4 (Advisory)
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:4650
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:4654
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:4862
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:4875
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:4972
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:4980
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2224969
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/261385
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7156941 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-37903?
CVE-2023-37903 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2023-37903?
Currently, there are no patches available for CVE-2023-37903, so it's recommended to mitigate risks by avoiding the use of affected versions prior to 3.9.20.
Which versions of vm2 are affected by CVE-2023-37903?
CVE-2023-37903 affects vm2 versions up to and including 3.9.19.
What is the impact of CVE-2023-37903?
The impact of CVE-2023-37903 includes the ability for attackers to escape the sandbox and execute arbitrary code.
Who is vulnerable to CVE-2023-37903?
Any applications utilizing vm2 versions up to 3.9.19 are vulnerable to CVE-2023-37903.
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