CVE-2022-25923: Versions of the package exec-local-bin before 1.2.0 are vulnerable to Command Injection via the theProcess() f

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HIGH 7.4UPGRADE

CVE-2022-25923 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.4) affecting exec-local-bin. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Versions of the package exec-local-bin before 1.2.0 are vulnerable to Command Injection via the theProcess() functionality due to improper user-input sanitization.

Why this priority

High severity
Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.4 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	High
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	2.6% (top 15%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-78, CWE-77
Published	2023-01-06
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Snyk · Vendor: exec-local-bin project

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

2023-01-06 05:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 04:34 UTCUpdated Record last modified

exec-local-bin project exec-local-bin UPGRADE

Affected: < 1.2.0

Fixed in: 1.2.0

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls exec-local-bin

2. UPGRADE to 1.2.0

npm install exec-local-bin@">=1.2.0"

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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-2022-25923?

exec-local-bin: upgrade to 1.2.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2022-25923 being exploited?

CVE-2022-25923 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-2022-25923 affect?

CVE-2022-25923 affects exec-local-bin. Severity is high (CVSS 7.4). Versions of the package exec-local-bin before 1.2.0 are vulnerable to Command Injection via the theProcess() functionality due to improper user-input sanitization.

How urgent is CVE-2022-25923?

Priority 52/100. High severity; Public exploit reference

References

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