CVE-2020-28481: Insecure Defaults

Published Jan 19, 2021
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Updated

The package socket.io before 2.4.0 are vulnerable to Insecure Defaults due to CORS Misconfiguration. All domains are whitelisted by default.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
npm/socket.io<2.4.0
2.4.0
Socket Socket.io Node.js<2.4.0

Event History

Jan 19, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 20, 2021
Advisory Published
09:22 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-28481?

CVE-2020-28481 is a vulnerability in the package socket.io before 2.4.0 that is caused by insecure defaults due to CORS misconfiguration.

2

How does CVE-2020-28481 affect the affected software?

CVE-2020-28481 affects the affected software by allowing all domains to be whitelisted by default.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-28481?

The severity of CVE-2020-28481 is medium with a severity value of 4.3.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-28481?

To fix CVE-2020-28481, upgrade to version 2.4.0 or later of the socket.io package.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-28481?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-28481 at the following references: [link1], [link2], [link3].

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