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CVE-2023-32558
HIGH
CVE-2023-32558
Published Sep 12, 2023 · Updated Oct 23, 2026 · Also known as BIT-node-min-2023-32558, BIT-node-2023-32558
Severity · CVSSHIGH · 7.5
Known exploitationNot listed
EPSS / likelihood1.74%
QFinch risk score10 / 100
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Oct 23, 2026
The use of the deprecated API `process.binding()` can bypass the permission model through path traversal. This vulnerability affects all users using the experimental permission model in Node.js 20.x. Please note that at the time this CVE was issued, the permission model is an experimental feature of Node.js.
Publisher and source text is retained separately from QFinch interpretation.
QFinch assessment
The use of the deprecated API `process.binding()` can bypass the permission model through path traversal.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
Matching a version is only one part of assessing exposure. QFinch has not assessed your environment on this public page.
Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
CVENVDOSVEPSS
- SSVC priority
- MEDIUM
- Confidence
- 10%
- Aliases
- BIT-node-min-2023-32558, BIT-node-2023-32558
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
Record history
Published Sep 12, 2023 · Last refreshed Oct 23, 2026