CVE-2024-22020

CVE-2024-22020 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. 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-94.

Key facts

Description

A security flaw in Node.js allows a bypass of network import restrictions. By embedding non-network imports in data URLs, an attacker can execute arbitrary code, compromising system security. Verified on various platforms, the vulnerability is mitigated by forbidding data URLs in network imports. Exploiting this flaw can violate network import security, posing a risk to developers and servers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-22020?
A security flaw in Node.js allows a bypass of network import restrictions. By embedding non-network imports in data URLs, an attacker can execute arbitrary code, compromising system security. Verified on various platforms, the vulnerability is mitigated by forbidding data URLs in network imports. Exploiting this flaw can violate network import security, posing a risk to developers and servers.
How severe is CVE-2024-22020?
CVE-2024-22020 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-22020 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-22020?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-22020 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-22020 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-19626.
When was CVE-2024-22020 published?
CVE-2024-22020 was published on 2024-07-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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