PatchTheCVECVE-2019-10796: rpi through 0.0.3 allows execution of arbritary commands
CVE-2019-10796 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting rpi. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
rpi through 0.0.3 allows execution of arbritary commands. The variable pinNumbver in function GPIO within src/lib/gpio.js is used as part of the arguement of exec function without any sanitization.
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 | 2.8% (top 14%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2020-02-24 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
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-2019-10796?
rpi: upgrade to newer than 0.0.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-10796 being exploited?
CVE-2019-10796 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-2019-10796 affect?
CVE-2019-10796 affects rpi. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). rpi through 0.0.3 allows execution of arbritary commands. The variable pinNumbver in function GPIO within src/lib/gpio.js is used as part of the arguement of exec function without any sanitization.
How urgent is CVE-2019-10796?
Priority 66/100. Critical severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action