CVE-2020-36049
First published: Thu Jan 07 2021(Updated: )
socket.io-parser before 3.4.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a large packet because a concatenation approach is used.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Socket Socket.io-parser Node.js | <3.4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36049?
CVE-2020-36049 is a vulnerability in socket.io-parser before version 3.4.1 that allows attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption).
How does CVE-2020-36049 impact the affected software?
CVE-2020-36049 can cause a denial of service (memory consumption) by exploiting a concatenation approach used in socket.io-parser before version 3.4.1.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-36049?
The severity of CVE-2020-36049 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.5.
How can CVE-2020-36049 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2020-36049, upgrade to a version of socket.io-parser that is after 3.4.1.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-36049?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-36049 in the references provided: [reference 1](https://blog.caller.xyz/socketio-engineio-dos/), [reference 2](https://github.com/bcaller/kill-engine-io), [reference 3](https://github.com/socketio/socket.io-parser/commit/dcb942d24db97162ad16a67c2a0cf30875342d55).
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