CVE-2018-20801
First published: Thu Mar 14 2019(Updated: )
In js/parts/SvgRenderer.js in Highcharts JS before 6.1.0, the use of backtracking regular expressions permitted an attacker to conduct a denial of service attack against the SVGRenderer component, aka ReDoS.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Highcharts | <6.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-20801?
CVE-2018-20801 has a medium severity level due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20801?
To fix CVE-2018-20801, update Highcharts to version 6.1.0 or later.
What components are affected by CVE-2018-20801?
CVE-2018-20801 affects the SVGRenderer component in Highcharts JS.
What type of attack can CVE-2018-20801 facilitate?
CVE-2018-20801 can facilitate a denial of service attack through the use of backtracking regular expressions.
In which version of Highcharts is CVE-2018-20801 not present?
CVE-2018-20801 is not present in Highcharts version 6.1.0 and above.
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