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9.8

Worksmith package allows malicious data to be injected into its code

CVE-2020-7725 · published 6 years ago
Summary

Using Worksmith, attackers can inject malicious data into the application, potentially leading to unexpected behavior, data tampering, or even code execution. This affects all versions of the Worksmith package, so it's essential to update to a fixed version to prevent exploitation. Update Worksmith to a patched version as soon as possible.

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 peterzentai worksmith <= 1.0.0
– guidesmiths worksmith All versions
cpe:2.3:a:guidesmiths:worksmith:*:*:*:*:*:node.js:*:*
Original advisory text
All versions of package worksmith are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the setValue function.
All versions of package worksmith are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the setValue function.
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
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-1321Prototype Pollution
Timeline
Published1 Sep 2020
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen6 Mar 2026
Sources
GHSA-9829-jj5p-j6hf · GHSA
CVE-2020-7725 · NVD
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