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9.8

lsof npm module allows malicious command execution

CVE-2019-10783 · published 6 years ago
Summary

The lsof npm module is affected. If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary system commands, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise. Update to a fixed version to prevent this risk.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
npm davglass lsof <= 0.0.4
– isof_project isof <= 0.0.4
cpe:2.3:a:isof_project:isof:*:*:*:*:*:node.js:*:*
Original advisory text
OS Command Injection in lsof
All versions including 0.0.4 of lsof npm module are vulnerable to Command Injection. Every exported method used by the package uses the exec function to parse user input.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.8 Critical
Exploitation
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-78OS Command Injection
Timeline
Published29 Jan 2020
Updated30 Oct 2026
First seen6 Mar 2026
Sources
GHSA-whq6-mj2r-mjqc · GHSA
CVE-2019-10783 · NVD
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