# Unsanitized Dynamic input in OS Command

## Overview

* **Rule ID**: `javascript_lang_dynamic_os_command`
* **Applicable Languages**: Javascript
* **Weakness ID**: CWE-78

## Description

Incorporating unsanitized dynamic input directly into operating system commands poses a significant security risk. This practice can give attackers the opportunity to execute harmful commands on your system.

## Remediation Guidelines

* **Do use** static, hardcoded values in command strings whenever possible to avoid relying on dynamic data. For example:

  ```java
  let filePattern = "*.js";
  cp.exec(`cp ${filePattern} destinationFolder`, (error, stdout, stderr) => {});

  ```
* When dynamic input is necessary, **sanitize** it to ensure it does not contain malicious code. This can be achieved by validating and escaping the input.

## References

* [**OWASP command injection explained**](https://owasp.org/www-community/attacks/Command_Injection)
* [**CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')**](https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/78.html)
* [**OWASP Top 10: A03:2021 - Injection**](https://owasp.org/Top10/A03_2021-Injection/)

## Configuration

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