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CVE-2017-1000212: Elixir's vim plugin, alchemist.vim is vulnerable to remote code execution in the bundled alchemist-server.

Elixir's vim plugin, alchemist.vim is vulnerable to remote code execution in the bundled alchemist-server. A malicious website can execute requests against an ephemeral port on localhost that are then evaluated as elixir code.

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Plain-English summary

This CVE describes remote code execution in the Elixir Vim plugin alchemist.vim through its bundled alchemist-server. A malicious website could reach a temporary localhost port and cause code evaluation on the developer’s machine. The source bundle does not provide severity, affected versions, or a confirmed fix.

Executive priority

Treat this as a targeted developer-workstation risk. It may not affect production services directly, but compromise of developer machines can expose source code, credentials, and deployment access. Prioritize inventory and removal or replacement where the plugin is still used.

Technical view

alchemist-server, bundled with alchemist.vim, exposed an ephemeral localhost service that accepted requests which were evaluated as Elixir code. The issue is browser-to-localhost abuse: visiting malicious web content could send local requests to the service. Version scope, authentication details, and patch status are not provided in the supplied sources.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely limited to developer workstations using alchemist.vim with the bundled alchemist-server active. The source bundle lists no CPEs or affected version ranges, so organizations must confirm plugin use through local inventories rather than relying on product matching.

Exploitation context

The supplied data does not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation. The described path requires a vulnerable local alchemist-server instance and a user visiting malicious web content capable of making localhost requests. No exploit details should be needed for validation.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse. The CVE description identifies the vulnerable component and attack pattern, but the supplied bundle lacks CVSS, CWE, affected versions, patch references, and exploitation telemetry. Avoid broad product claims beyond alchemist.vim and bundled alchemist-server.

Mitigation direction

  • Identify systems with alchemist.vim or bundled alchemist-server installed.
  • Disable or remove alchemist.vim/alchemist-server where it is not required.
  • Check the referenced GitHub issue and CVE record for maintainer guidance.
  • Avoid browsing untrusted sites from systems running the server.
  • Replace unsupported plugin workflows if no maintained fix is available.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory developer Vim plugin directories for alchemist.vim installations.
  • Check whether alchemist-server is configured or running on developer systems.
  • Confirm whether any maintained vendor guidance names fixed versions.
  • Document affected developers, hosts, and compensating controls.
  • Reassess exposure after disabling or replacing the plugin.
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