Improper Key Verification in ipns
Versions 0.1.1 or 0.1.2 of ipns are vulnerable to improper key validation. This is due to the public key verification was not being performed properly, resulting in any key being valid.
Recommendation
Update to version 0.1.3 or later.
Affected software
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| Platform | Package | Vulnerable versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|---|
| npm package | ipns | < 0.1.3 | 0.1.3 |
References
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N- Weakness (CWE)
CWE-287- Platform
- npm
- Package
ipns- Disclosed
- 30.05.2019
- Updated
- 11.10.2026 10:22
Sources and licenses
OSV / GitHub Advisory Database - GHSA-j59f-6m4q-62h6 - CC BY 4.0
Vulnerability history: ipns
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