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CVE-2020-24807

7.8 · HIGH

The socket.io-file package through 2.0.31 for Node.js relies on client-side validation of file types, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading an executable file via a m…

Published Oct 6, 2020CWE-20EPSS 2.10%

Overview

CVE-2020-24807 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 6, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The socket.io-file package through 2.0.31 for Node.js relies on client-side validation of file types, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading an executable file via a modified JSON name field. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

GitHubgithub.com/advisories/GHSA-6495-8jvh-f28xGitHubgithub.com/rico345100/socket.io-fileRefwww.npmjs.com/advisories/1564Refwww.npmjs.com/package/socket.io-fileGitHubgithub.com/advisories/GHSA-6495-8jvh-f28xGitHubgithub.com/rico345100/socket.io-fileRefwww.npmjs.com/advisories/1564Refwww.npmjs.com/package/socket.io-file

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-24807?

CVE-2020-24807 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 6, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2020-24807?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-24807?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2020-24807?

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