Prototype Pollution Vulnerability in xe-utils by Vendor A
CVE-2024-57074

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Vendor A

Status
xe-utils
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 February 2025

What is CVE-2024-57074?

A vulnerability in the lib.merge function of xe-utils version 3.5.31 enables attackers to exploit prototype pollution. By sending a specially crafted payload, an attacker can manipulate the application's behavior, potentially leading to a Denial of Service (DoS). This flaw underscores the need for rigorous input validation and robust security practices to safeguard applications against such attacks.

References

https://gist.github.com/tariqhawis/82e3eb472d03273a74e402...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2024-57074 : Prototype Pollution Vulnerability in xe-utils by Vendor A