CVE-2021-4247

Public Exploit
OWASP NodeGoat Query Parameter research.js denial of service

Description

A vulnerability has been found in OWASP NodeGoat and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file app/routes/research.js of the component Query Parameter Handler. The manipulation leads to denial of service. The attack can be initiated remotely. The name of the patch is 4a4d1db74c63fb4ff8d366551c3af006c25ead12. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-216184.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: OWASP NodeGoat
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/OWASP/NodeGoat/issues/225 exploit third party advisory patch
https://github.com/OWASP/NodeGoat/commit/4a4d1db74c63fb4ff8d366551c3af006c25ead12 third party advisory patch
https://vuldb.com/?id.216184 third party advisory permissions required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-4247?
CVE-2021-4247 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-4247?
To fix CVE-2021-4247, 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-2021-4247 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-4247 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-2021-4247?
CVE-2021-4247 affects OWASP NodeGoat.
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