A vulnerability has been found in CartoDB carto-api-client 0.5.29. (CVE-2026-16151)
CVE-2026-16151 is a vulnerability in CartoDB carto-api-client version 0.5.29 affecting the addFilter function in src/filters.ts. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the column argument, leading to improper modification of object prototype attributes. This vulnerability has been reported but not yet addressed by the project.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability in CartoDB carto-api-client 0.5.29 involves the addFilter function where manipulation of the column argument can cause uncontrolled modification of object prototype attributes. This is a prototype pollution issue (CWE-94) that can be exploited remotely. The project has been informed but has not provided a response or patch. No official fix or patch is currently available.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to modify object prototype attributes remotely, potentially leading to unexpected behavior or security issues in applications using the affected version. The severity is assessed as medium/moderate. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix is available and the project has not responded, users should consider avoiding use of version 0.5.29 or implement additional safeguards to prevent prototype pollution until a fix is released.
A vulnerability has been found in CartoDB carto-api-client 0.5.29. (CVE-2026-16151)
Description
CVE-2026-16151 is a vulnerability in CartoDB carto-api-client version 0.5.29 affecting the addFilter function in src/filters.ts. The flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the column argument, leading to improper modification of object prototype attributes. This vulnerability has been reported but not yet addressed by the project.
CVSS v4.0
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability in CartoDB carto-api-client 0.5.29 involves the addFilter function where manipulation of the column argument can cause uncontrolled modification of object prototype attributes. This is a prototype pollution issue (CWE-94) that can be exploited remotely. The project has been informed but has not provided a response or patch. No official fix or patch is currently available.
Potential Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to modify object prototype attributes remotely, potentially leading to unexpected behavior or security issues in applications using the affected version. The severity is assessed as medium/moderate. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix is available and the project has not responded, users should consider avoiding use of version 0.5.29 or implement additional safeguards to prevent prototype pollution until a fix is released.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-cmqp-jvj8-33wx
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-16151"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a5c477d2a4a8d5989eb5fb6
Added to database: 07/19/2026, 03:41:49 UTC
Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 03:57:33 UTC
Last updated: 07/19/2026, 11:26:33 UTC
Views: 12
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