CVE-2014-7205: Bassmaster Arbitrary JavaScript Execution Vulnerability

CRITICAL
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-5j3g-jfq3-7jwx
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CWE-94
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2014-7205 is a CRITICAL arbitrary javascript execution vulnerability (CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')) affecting Bassmaster libraries in the npm ecosystem. The issue involves arbitrary javascript execution in bassmaster. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.5.2.

CVE-2014-7205 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2014-7205
GHSA Identifier GHSA-5j3g-jfq3-7jwx
Severity CRITICAL
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Affected Product Bassmaster
Package Ecosystem npm
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2014-7205

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

bassmaster fixed: 1.5.2 
npm install bassmaster@1.5.2
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 bassmaster

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Node.js application is affected by CVE-2014-7205, inspect your project dependencies using npm:

npm ls bassmaster

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Bassmaster in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.5.2), your application is affected.

Note: The npm ls bassmaster 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-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection'), where the product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. In Bassmaster, 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

A vulnerability exists in bassmaster <= 1.5.1 that allows for an attacker to provide arbitrary JavaScript that is then executed server side via eval. ## Recommendation Update to bassmaster version 1.5.2 or greater.

CVE-2014-7205 Affected Bassmaster Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.5.2
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
bassmaster
npm/bassmaster
npm
< 1.5.2
1.5.2

References

NVD — CVE-2014-7205 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-7205
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/hapijs/bassmaster/commit/b751602d8cb7194ee62a61e085069679525138c4
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/967... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96730
GitHub Advisory / Wiki ADVISORY
https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-5j3g-jfq3-7jwx
Bassmaster Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/hapijs/bassmaster
www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40689 WEB
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40689
www.npmjs.com/advisories/1 WEB
https://www.npmjs.com/advisories/1
Bassmaster Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/09/30/10
Bassmaster Security Information SECURITY
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70180

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-7205?
CVE-2014-7205 is a security vulnerability in Bassmaster involving Arbitrary JavaScript Execution in bassmaster under CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection').
Which Bassmaster versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.5.2 across affected packages: bassmaster.
What version fixes CVE-2014-7205?
Upgrading to 1.5.2 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is bassmaster affected?
Yes, bassmaster is affected in releases prior to 1.5.2. Upgrade your dependency to 1.5.2 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2014-7205?
CVE-2014-7205 is classified under CWE-94: Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') (The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.).
How can I check npm dependencies for CVE-2014-7205?
Run the dependency tree command: 'npm ls bassmaster'. 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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