CVE-2024-22169

Misconfiguration in node.js causing a code execution in WD Discovery

Published Aug 2, 2024 CVSS 4.0 · 7.1 High EPSS < 1% KEV · Not listed
Description
WD Discovery
versions prior to 5.0.589 contain a misconfiguration in the Node.js environment
settings that could allow code execution by utilizing the 'ELECTRON_RUN_AS_NODE' environment variable.
Any malicious application operating with standard user permissions can exploit
this vulnerability, enabling code execution within WD Discovery application's
context. WD Discovery version 5.0.589 addresses this issue by disabling certain
features and fuses in Electron. The attack vector for this issue requires the victim to have the WD Discovery app installed on their device.

Remediation

Vendor Solution

Users can download the latest version from the WD Discovery Downloads page or by following the instructions on the WD Discovery: Online User Guide https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detailweb/a_id/20465

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Advisories

Source ID Title
EUVD EUVD EUVD-2024-19765 WD Discovery versions prior to 5.0.589 contain a misconfiguration in the Node.js environment settings that could allow code execution by utilizing the 'ELECTRON_RUN_AS_NODE' environment variable. Any malicious application operating with standard user permissions can exploit this vulnerability, enabling code execution within WD Discovery application's context. WD Discovery version 5.0.589 addresses this issue by disabling certain features and fuses in Electron. The attack vector for this issue requires the victim to have the WD Discovery app installed on their device.
History

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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
WDC PSIRT
Published
Updated
Aug 5, 2024, 6:55 PM
Reserved
Jan 5, 2024, 6:43 PM
Status
Deferred
Published
Aug 2, 2024, 7:16 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 7:10 AM