CVE-2016-10638: Js given Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-rqwh-c535-j9hw
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CWE-311
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2016-10638 is a HIGH remote code execution vulnerability (CWE-311: Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data) affecting Js given libraries in the npm ecosystem. The issue involves downloads resources over http in js-given. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 0.0.18.

CVE-2016-10638 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2016-10638
GHSA Identifier GHSA-rqwh-c535-j9hw
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-311: Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data
Affected Product Js given
Package Ecosystem npm
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2016-10638

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Js given dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

js-given fixed: 0.0.18 
npm install js-given@0.0.18
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

npm ls js-given

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Node.js application is affected by CVE-2016-10638, inspect your project dependencies using npm:

npm ls js-given

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Js given in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 0.0.18), your application is affected.

Note: The npm ls js-given command inspects dependencies declared in your package.json and lockfile; it does not perform automated runtime dynamic scanning.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-311: Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data, where the product does not encrypt sensitive or critical information before storage or transmission. In Js given, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

Affected versions of `js-given` insecurely download an executable over an unencrypted HTTP connection. In scenarios where an attacker has a privileged network position, it is possible to intercept the response and replace the executable with a malicious one, resulting in code execution on the system running `js-given`. ## Recommendation Update to version 0.0.18 or later.

CVE-2016-10638 Affected Js given Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
0.0.18
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
js-given
npm/js-given
npm
< 0.0.18
0.0.18

References

NVD — CVE-2016-10638 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-10638
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/jsGiven/jsGiven/commit/92f750739c7b9b6e704e562ad34e2ad148acad64)
GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-rqwh-c535-j9hw
www.npmjs.com/advisories/241 WEB
https://www.npmjs.com/advisories/241

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-10638?
CVE-2016-10638 is a security vulnerability in Js given involving Downloads Resources over HTTP in js-given under CWE-311: Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data.
Which Js given versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 0.0.18 across affected packages: js-given.
What version fixes CVE-2016-10638?
Upgrading to 0.0.18 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is js-given affected?
Yes, js-given is affected in releases prior to 0.0.18. Upgrade your dependency to 0.0.18 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2016-10638?
CVE-2016-10638 is classified under CWE-311: Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data (The product does not encrypt sensitive or critical information before storage or transmission.).
How can I check npm dependencies for CVE-2016-10638?
Run the dependency tree command: 'npm ls js-given'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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