CVE-2020-7708 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability known as Prototype Pollution affects the packages irrelon-path and @irrelon/path before version 4.7.0. This vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate the prototype of objects and potentially execute malicious code.

Understanding CVE-2020-7708

Prototype Pollution is a critical vulnerability that impacts the mentioned packages, enabling attackers to modify the behavior of existing properties and potentially execute arbitrary code.

What is CVE-2020-7708?

The packages irrelon-path and @irrelon/path before version 4.7.0 are susceptible to Prototype Pollution through specific functions like set, unSet, pushVal, and pullVal. This vulnerability can lead to severe security breaches.

The Impact of CVE-2020-7708

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 9.8, indicating a critical severity level. It poses a high risk to confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with proof-of-concept exploit code available.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7708

Prototype Pollution in the affected packages has the following technical details:

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate the prototype of objects, leading to potential code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Package: irrelon-path
Vendor: n/a
Versions Affected: < 4.7.0
Package: @irrelon/path
Vendor: n/a
Versions Affected: < 4.7.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Proof of Concept
Scope: Unchanged

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-7708, consider the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the affected packages to version 4.7.0 or higher.
Monitor for any suspicious activities on the network.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and dependencies to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement security best practices to prevent future exploits.

Patching and Updates

Apply official fixes provided by the package maintainers.