CVE-2023-30587: High severity ibm planning analytics cloud vulnerability
A vulnerability in Node.js version 20 allows for bypassing restrictions set by the --experimental-permission flag using the built-in inspector module (node:inspector).
By exploiting the Worker class's ability to create an "internal worker" with the kIsInternal Symbol, attackers can modify the isInternal value when an inspector is attached within the Worker constructor before initializing a new WorkerImpl. This vulnerability exclusively affects Node.js users employing the permission model mechanism.
Please note that at the time this CVE was issued, the permission model is an experimental feature of Node.js.
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Node.js could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions. By exploiting the Worker class's ability to create an "internal worker" with the kIsInternal Symbol, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to modify the isInternal value when an inspector is attached within the Worker constructor before initializing a new WorkerImpl.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-30587?
CVE-2023-30587 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass important security restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-30587?
To fix CVE-2023-30587, update Node.js to a version beyond 20 that does not allow the bypass of the --experimental-permission flag.
Which versions of Node.js are affected by CVE-2023-30587?
CVE-2023-30587 affects Node.js version 20 and earlier versions using the --experimental-permission flag.
What is the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2023-30587?
Exploiting CVE-2023-30587 can lead to unauthorized access and modification of internal resources in applications that depend on Node.js.
Is CVE-2023-30587 specific to any software products?
Yes, CVE-2023-30587 specifically affects IBM Planning Analytics version up to 2.0 that utilizes Node.js.