CVE-2015-8851
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.26%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8851 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. node-uuid before 1.4.4 uses insufficiently random data to create a GUID, which could make it easier for attackers to have unspecified impact via brute force guessing.. EPSS estimates a 2.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
node-uuid before 1.4.4 uses insufficiently random data to create a GUID, which could make it easier for attackers to have unspecified impact via brute force guessing.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Node-Uuid Project | Node-Uuid | < 1.4.4 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/13/8Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1327056Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/93Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/13/8Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1327056Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/93Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8851?
node-uuid before 1.4.4 uses insufficiently random data to create a GUID, which could make it easier for attackers to have unspecified impact via brute force guessing.
How severe is CVE-2015-8851?
CVE-2015-8851 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8851?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2015-8851?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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