CVE-2019-10788: im-metadata through 3.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "exec" argument

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CRITICAL 9.8REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2019-10788 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting im-metadata. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

im-metadata through 3.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "exec" argument. It is possible to inject arbitrary commands as part of the metadata options which is given to the "exec" function.

Why this priority

Critical severity
Public exploit reference
Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	9.8 (Critical)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	2.4% (top 16%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-78
Published	2020-02-04
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Snyk · Vendor: dnt

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

2020-02-04 21:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 02:11 UTCUpdated Record last modified

dnt im-metadata UPGRADE

Affected: <= 3.0.1

Fixed in: newer than 3.0.1

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls im-metadata

2. UPGRADE to newer than 3.0.1

npm install im-metadata@">3.0.1"

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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-2019-10788?

im-metadata: upgrade to newer than 3.0.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2019-10788 being exploited?

CVE-2019-10788 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-2019-10788 affect?

CVE-2019-10788 affects im-metadata. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). im-metadata through 3.0.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "exec" argument. It is possible to inject arbitrary commands as part of the metadata options which is given to the "exec" function.

How urgent is CVE-2019-10788?

Priority 65/100. Critical severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

References

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