PatchTheCVECVE-2016-10606: grunt-webdriver-qunit is a grunt plugin to run qunit with webdriver in grunt grunt-webdriver-qunit downloads b
CVE-2016-10606 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting grunt-webdriver-qunit. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
grunt-webdriver-qunit is a grunt plugin to run qunit with webdriver in grunt grunt-webdriver-qunit downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (RCE) by swapping out the requested binary with an attacker controlled binary if the attacker is on the network or positioned in between the user and the remote server.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2016-10606?
grunt-webdriver-qunit: upgrade to newer than 0.2.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2016-10606 being exploited?
CVE-2016-10606 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2016-10606 affect?
CVE-2016-10606 affects grunt-webdriver-qunit. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). grunt-webdriver-qunit is a grunt plugin to run qunit with webdriver in grunt grunt-webdriver-qunit downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (RCE) by
How urgent is CVE-2016-10606?
Priority 52/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action