CVE-2016-10608: robot-js is a module for native system automation for node.js

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HIGH 7.5UPGRADE

CVE-2016-10608 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting robot-js. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

robot-js is a module for native system automation for node.js. robot-js 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

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.5 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	High
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	1.6% (top 24%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-311, CWE-310
Published	2018-06-01
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): HackerOne · Vendor: getrobot

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2018-06-01 18:29 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 00:40 UTCUpdated Record last modified

getrobot robot-js UPGRADE

Affected: <= 2.0.0

Fixed in: newer than 2.0.0

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls robot-js

2. UPGRADE to newer than 2.0.0

npm install robot-js@">2.0.0"

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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-2016-10608?

robot-js: upgrade to newer than 2.0.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2016-10608 being exploited?

CVE-2016-10608 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-2016-10608 affect?

CVE-2016-10608 affects robot-js. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). robot-js is a module for native system automation for node.js. robot-js 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

How urgent is CVE-2016-10608?

Priority 45/100. High severity

Software pages

Node.js vulnerabilities

References

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