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CVE-2024-57066: Attacker can crash @ndhoule/defaults with a crafted input

CVE-2024-57066 · published 1 year ago
Summary

A bug in @ndhoule/defaults v2.0.1 allows a malicious user to crash the software by sending a carefully crafted input. This could cause downtime and lost productivity. Update to the latest version of @ndhoule/defaults to fix this issue.

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 ndhoule defaults <= 2.0.1
Original advisory text
A prototype pollution in the lib.deep function of @ndhoule/defaults v2.0.1 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted payload.
A prototype pollution in the lib.deep function of @ndhoule/defaults v2.0.1 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted payload.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically
  • Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-1321Prototype Pollution
Timeline
Published5 Feb 2025
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen6 Mar 2026
Sources
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