PatchTheCVECVE-2019-10799: compile-sass prior to 1.0.5 allows execution of arbritary commands
CVE-2019-10799 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.2) affecting compile-sass. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
compile-sass prior to 1.0.5 allows execution of arbritary commands. The function "setupCleanupOnExit(cssPath)" within "dist/index.js" is executed as part of the "rm" command without any sanitization.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.3% (top 17%) |
| 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-2019-10799?
compile-sass: upgrade to 1.0.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-10799 being exploited?
CVE-2019-10799 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-2019-10799 affect?
CVE-2019-10799 affects compile-sass. Severity is high (CVSS 8.2). compile-sass prior to 1.0.5 allows execution of arbritary commands. The function "setupCleanupOnExit(cssPath)" within "dist/index.js" is executed as part of the "rm" command without any sanitization.
How urgent is CVE-2019-10799?
Priority 59/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action