CVE-2017-16018

Public Exploit

Description

Restify is a framework for building REST APIs. Restify >=2.0.0 <=4.0.4 using URL encoded script tags in a non-existent URL, an attacker can get script to run in some browsers.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.22%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory nodesecurity.io
Affected: HackerOne restify node module
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/314 third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/restify/node-restify/issues/1018 issue tracking exploit third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-16018?
CVE-2017-16018 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-16018?
To fix CVE-2017-16018, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-16018 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-16018 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-16018?
CVE-2017-16018 affects HackerOne restify node module.
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