CVE-2022-24278: The package convert-svg-core before 0.6.4 are vulnerable to Directory Traversal due to improper sanitization o

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HIGH 7.5REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2022-24278 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting convert-svg. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The package convert-svg-core before 0.6.4 are vulnerable to Directory Traversal due to improper sanitization of SVG tags. Exploiting this vulnerability is possible by using a specially crafted SVG file.

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	7.5 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	2.2% (top 17%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-22
Published	2022-06-10
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Snyk · Vendor: convert-svg project

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

2022-06-10 20:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 04:31 UTCUpdated Record last modified

convert-svg project convert-svg UPGRADE

Affected: < 0.6.4

Fixed in: 0.6.4

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls convert-svg

2. UPGRADE to 0.6.4

npm install convert-svg@">=0.6.4"

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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-2022-24278?

convert-svg: upgrade to 0.6.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2022-24278 being exploited?

CVE-2022-24278 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-2022-24278 affect?

CVE-2022-24278 affects convert-svg. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). The package convert-svg-core before 0.6.4 are vulnerable to Directory Traversal due to improper sanitization of SVG tags. Exploiting this vulnerability is possible by using a specially crafted SVG file.

How urgent is CVE-2022-24278?

Priority 57/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

References

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