CVE-2019-10768

CVE-2019-10768 is a high-severity vulnerability in Angularjs with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-1321.

Key facts

Description

In AngularJS before 1.7.9 the function `merge()` could be tricked into adding or modifying properties of `Object.prototype` using a `__proto__` payload.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-10768?
In AngularJS before 1.7.9 the function `merge()` could be tricked into adding or modifying properties of `Object.prototype` using a `__proto__` payload.
How severe is CVE-2019-10768?
CVE-2019-10768 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-10768 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-10768?
CVE-2019-10768 affects Angularjs. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-10768?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-10768 published?
CVE-2019-10768 was published on 2019-11-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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