Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-2311171

First published: Tue Sep 10 2024(Updated: )

body-parser is Node.js body parsing middleware. body-parser <1.20.3 is vulnerable to denial of service when url encoding is enabled. A malicious actor using a specially crafted payload could flood the server with a large number of requests, resulting in denial of service. This issue is patched in 1.20.3.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
body-parser<1.20.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2311171?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2311171 is classified as high due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2311171?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-2311171, upgrade the body-parser package to version 1.20.3 or later.

  • Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2311171?

    Applications using body-parser versions prior to 1.20.3 that enable URL encoding are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2311171.

  • What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2311171?

    REDHAT-BUG-2311171 is a denial of service vulnerability.

  • Can REDHAT-BUG-2311171 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, REDHAT-BUG-2311171 can be remotely exploited if a malicious actor sends specially crafted payloads.

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