Web Application Securityvm2.Sandbox.Remote.Code.Execution
Description
vm2 is a sandbox that can run untrusted code with whitelisted Node's built-in modules. In versions prior to version 3.9.11, a threat actor can bypass the sandbox protections to gain remote code execution rights on the host running the sandbox.
This vulnerability was patched in the release of version 3.9.11 of vm2. There are no known workarounds.
Outbreak Alert
vm2 is a sandbox solution that can run untrusted code with whitelisted Node's built-in modules. Exploiting the flaws, threat actors can bypass the sandbox protections to gain remote code execution rights on the host running the sandbox.
Affected Products
In versions prior to version 3.9.11
Impact
A threat actor who exploits this vulnerability will be able to bypass the vm2 sandbox environment and run shell commands on the machine hosting the sandbox.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://github.com/patriksimek/vm2/security/advisories/GHSA-mrgp-mrhc-5jrq
| ID | 1090501592 |
| Created | Oct 20, 2022 |
| Updated | Apr 30, 2023 |
| Outbreak Alert | VM2 Sandbox Escape |
| Risk |
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| Default Action | pass |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | All |
| Affected App | VM2 |
| Engine Version | 5.0.1 or later |