CVE-2020-28433 : Security Advisory and Response

This CVE affects all versions of the package node-latex-pdf and is related to a Command Injection vulnerability.

Understanding CVE-2020-28433

This CVE involves a Command Injection vulnerability in the node-latex-pdf package.

What is CVE-2020-28433?

CVE-2020-28433 is a Command Injection vulnerability affecting all versions of the node-latex-pdf package.

The Impact of CVE-2020-28433

The vulnerability has a CVSSv3.1 base score of 7.3, indicating a high severity level with a proof of concept exploit code available.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-28433

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands due to improper input validation in the node-latex-pdf package.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: node-latex-pdf
Vendor: n/a
Versions affected: Custom version 0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Proof of Concept

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-28433 with the following measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the node-latex-pdf package to a secure version.
Implement input validation to prevent command injections.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and update all software components.
Conduct security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security patches and updates for the node-latex-pdf package.