CVE-2020-8251: High severity langgenius dify node.js vulnerability
Node.js < 14.11.0 is vulnerable to HTTP denial of service (DoS) attacks based on delayed requests submission which can make the server unable to accept new connections.
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Node.js is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by delayed unfinished HTTP/1.1 requests submission. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to make the server unable to accept new connections and exhaust all available resources.
— IBM
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What is CVE-2020-8251?
CVE-2020-8251 is a vulnerability in Node.js that allows for HTTP denial of service (DoS) attacks based on delayed requests submission.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-8251?
The severity of CVE-2020-8251 is high (7.5).
How does CVE-2020-8251 affect Node.js?
CVE-2020-8251 affects Node.js versions prior to 14.11.0, making them vulnerable to denial of service attacks.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-8251?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-8251 by sending delayed unfinished HTTP/1.1 requests, causing the server to be unable to accept new connections and exhaust all available resources.
How can I fix CVE-2020-8251?
To fix CVE-2020-8251, it is recommended to update Node.js to version 14.11.0 or higher, as this vulnerability has been patched in that version.