CVE-2022-24279: The package madlib-object-utils before 0.1.8 are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the setValue method, as

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HIGH 7.5REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2022-24279 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting madlib-object-utils. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The package madlib-object-utils before 0.1.8 are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the setValue method, as it allows an attacker to merge object prototypes into it. *Note:* This vulnerability derives from an incomplete fix of [CVE-2020-7701](https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-MADLIBOBJECTUTILS-598676)

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	1.3% (top 29%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-1321
Published	2022-04-15
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Snyk · Vendor: springtree

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

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

springtree madlib-object-utils UPGRADE

Affected: < 0.1.8

Fixed in: 0.1.8

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls madlib-object-utils

2. UPGRADE to 0.1.8

npm install madlib-object-utils@">=0.1.8"

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Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2022-24279?

madlib-object-utils: upgrade to 0.1.8. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2022-24279 being exploited?

CVE-2022-24279 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-2022-24279 affect?

CVE-2022-24279 affects madlib-object-utils. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). The package madlib-object-utils before 0.1.8 are vulnerable to Prototype Pollution via the setValue method, as it allows an attacker to merge object prototypes into it. *Note:* This vulnerability derives from an incomplete fix of [CVE-2020-

How urgent is CVE-2022-24279?

Priority 54/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

References

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