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CVE-2021-26275

9.8 · CRITICAL

The eslint-fixer package through 0.1.5 for Node.js allows command injection via shell metacharacters to the fix function.

Published Mar 19, 2021CWE-77EPSS 3.04%

Overview

CVE-2021-26275 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 19, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The eslint-fixer package through 0.1.5 for Node.js allows command injection via shell metacharacters to the fix function. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer. The ozum/eslint-fixer GitHub repository has been intentionally deleted

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-26275?

CVE-2021-26275 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 19, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2021-26275?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-26275?

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.

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