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CVE-2016-10627: scala-bin is a binary wrapper for Scala.

scala-bin is a binary wrapper for Scala. scala-bin downloads binary resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (RCE) by swapping out the requested binary with an attacker controlled binary if the attacker is on the network or positioned in between the user and the remote server.

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Plain-English summary

scala-bin is a Node module wrapper for Scala that downloaded binary resources over plain HTTP. A network-positioned attacker could substitute the downloaded binary, potentially causing code execution on the installing or running system.

Executive priority

Prioritize removal where scala-bin appears in CI or developer setup paths, because compromise could affect build systems or workstations. No active exploitation is documented in the supplied sources.

Technical view

CVE-2016-10627 is a cleartext transport weakness in the scala-bin node module. Sources state all versions are affected. The risk is binary substitution during HTTP download, with possible RCE if an attacker can intercept or alter network traffic.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely in JavaScript projects, developer workstations, or CI systems that install or invoke the scala-bin node module. The source bundle does not identify affected Scala distributions beyond this package.

Exploitation context

The provided sources do not show known active exploitation, and KEV is false. Exploitation depends on attacker network position or another ability to tamper with the HTTP binary download path.

Researcher notes

Evidence is limited: no CVSS vector is provided, and the referenced advisory is the main technical source. Treat the impact as conditional RCE through MITM against HTTP binary retrieval, not a remotely reachable service flaw.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory package manifests and lockfiles for scala-bin references.
  • Remove scala-bin or replace it with a vendor-recommended safe alternative.
  • Check current vendor or package guidance before choosing remediation.
  • Avoid workflows that execute binaries downloaded over plain HTTP.
  • Restrict package installation and CI egress to trusted networks.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm no production, CI, or developer project depends on scala-bin.
  • Review lockfiles for direct and transitive scala-bin entries.
  • Check CI logs for scala-bin installation or execution.
  • Verify remediation against vendor or package registry guidance.
  • Document any retained use and compensating network controls.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
3

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
HackerOnescala-bin node moduleAll versionsListed
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