CVE-2022-25908 in create-choo-electron
Summary
by MITRE • 01/26/2023
All versions of the package create-choo-electron are vulnerable to Command Injection via the devInstall function due to improper user-input sanitization.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/01/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-25908 affects the create-choo-electron package, a tool used for generating electron applications with choo framework. This package serves as a scaffolding utility that helps developers quickly set up electron-based desktop applications by providing pre-configured templates and development environments. The flaw exists within the devInstall function which is responsible for installing development dependencies and configuring the application environment. The vulnerability arises from inadequate input validation and sanitization practices that fail to properly handle user-supplied data before incorporating it into system commands.
The technical implementation of this command injection vulnerability stems from the package's failure to sanitize user inputs before executing shell commands. When the devInstall function processes user-provided parameters, it directly concatenates these inputs into command strings without proper escaping or validation mechanisms. This creates an environment where malicious actors can inject arbitrary commands that will be executed with the privileges of the user running the installation process. The vulnerability is classified as a command injection flaw under CWE-77 and represents a critical security risk in software development tooling.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution, as it can enable attackers to compromise the entire development environment. An attacker who can influence the parameters passed to the devInstall function could potentially execute arbitrary system commands, leading to unauthorized code execution, data exfiltration, or system compromise. This risk is particularly severe in development environments where the tool is frequently used and may have elevated privileges. The vulnerability affects all versions of the create-choo-electron package, meaning any developer using this tool in their workflow is potentially at risk, creating widespread exposure across projects that depend on this scaffolding utility.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate attention from developers and security teams. The primary remediation involves implementing proper input sanitization and validation within the devInstall function, ensuring that all user inputs are properly escaped before being incorporated into system commands. Security practices should follow the principle of least privilege, ensuring that development tools operate with minimal required permissions. Additionally, developers should avoid using the vulnerable package in production environments and consider implementing dependency verification mechanisms to detect and prevent installation of vulnerable versions. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1059.001 Command and Scripting Interpreter, highlighting the need for proper input validation and command execution controls. Organizations should also implement software composition analysis tools to monitor for vulnerable dependencies in their development toolchains and ensure regular updates to maintain security posture.