CVE-2024-45390: template Code Injection — Fix

Description

@blakeembrey/template is a string template library. Prior to version 1.2.0, it is possible to inject and run code within the template if the attacker has access to write the template name. Version 1.2.0 contains a patch. As a workaround, don't pass untrusted input as the template display name, or don't use the display name feature.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.3

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-94 CWE-94

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
blakeembrey	template	< 1.2.0

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/blakeembrey/js-template/commit/b8d9aa999e464816c6cfb14acd1ad0f5d1e335aa https://github.com/blakeembrey/js-template/security/advisories/GHSA-q765-wm9j-66qj

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-45390? +

@blakeembrey/template is a string template library. Prior to version 1.2.0, it is possible to inject and run code within the template if the attacker has access to write the template name. Version 1.2.0 contains a patch. As a workaround, don't pass untrusted input as the template display name, or don't use the display name feature. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-45390? +

CVE-2024-45390 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.3 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-45390? +

CVE-2024-45390 affects products from blakeembrey, specifically: template. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-45390? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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