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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2022-37621
CVE-2022-37621:
JavaScript vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A prototype pollution vulnerability exists in the resolveShims function in resolve-shims.js in thlorenz browserify-shim 3.8.15. The vulnerability can be exploited via the fullPath variable in resolve-shims.js (GitHub Issue).
Technical details
The vulnerability exists in the resolveShims function within the resolve-shims.js file. The issue occurs due to improper handling of the fullPath variable, which can lead to prototype pollution. This type of vulnerability allows an attacker to modify the prototype of JavaScript objects (GitHub Code).
Impact
Prototype pollution vulnerabilities can allow attackers to modify JavaScript object prototypes, which could lead to application behavior changes, denial of service conditions, or in some cases remote code execution depending on how the affected code is used in applications (GitHub Code).
Mitigation and workarounds
The prototype pollution vulnerability can be mitigated by implementing input validation and sanitization best practices as described in security guidelines (GitHub Issue).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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