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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2019-10786
CVE-2019-10786:
JavaScript vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
The vulnerability CVE-2019-10786 affects network-manager through version 1.0.2. This security flaw was discovered and disclosed on February 3, 2020, and allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the 'execSync()' argument (NVD, CVE).
Technical details
The vulnerability exists in the runCommand() function within common.js file, which is called by getDevices() function in linux/manager.js. The process.env.NM_CLI in the linux/manager.js file is used to construct the argument of function execSync(), which can be controlled by a user without any sanitization (Snyk).
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary command execution on the affected system, potentially resulting in complete system compromise. The vulnerability has been assigned a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.5 (Snyk).
Mitigation and workarounds
As of the latest reports, there is no fixed version available for network-manager. Users are advised to assess their risk and consider alternative solutions or implementing additional security controls (Snyk).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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