CVE-2013-4660

CVE-2013-4660 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Nodeca Js-yaml with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 17% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

The JS-YAML module before 2.0.5 for Node.js parses input without properly considering the unsafe !!js/function tag, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted string that triggers an eval operation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-4660?
The JS-YAML module before 2.0.5 for Node.js parses input without properly considering the unsafe !!js/function tag, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted string that triggers an eval operation.
How severe is CVE-2013-4660?
CVE-2013-4660 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-4660 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 17% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-4660?
CVE-2013-4660 primarily affects Nodeca Js-yaml. In total, 20 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4660?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-4660 published?
CVE-2013-4660 was published on 2013-06-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (20)

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