CVE-2020-7596 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component in Codecov
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary commands via the gcov-args argument in the Codecov npm module.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2020-7596?
CVE-2020-7596 is a high-severity command injection vulnerability in codecov npm module, published on 25 Jan 2020. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Codecov npm module before 3.6.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "gcov-args" argument.
Weakness: CWE-78
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-7596?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including codecov. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
codecov npm | All versions | 3.6.2 |
codecov npm | All versions | 3.6.2 |
Products include Codecov Nodejs Uploader.
How do I fix CVE-2020-7596?
Upgrade codecov to 3.6.2 or later.
Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.
Is CVE-2020-7596 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-7596 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-mh2h-6j8q-x246.