CVE-2015-8856
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 2.48%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8856 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the serve-index package before 1.6.3 for Node.js allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted file or directory name.. EPSS estimates a 2.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the serve-index package before 1.6.3 for Node.js allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted file or directory name.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openjsf | Serve-Index | < 1.6.3 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/20/11Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96392Broken Link
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/34Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/20/11Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96392Broken Link
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/34Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8856?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the serve-index package before 1.6.3 for Node.js allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted file or directory name.
How severe is CVE-2015-8856?
CVE-2015-8856 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8856?
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-2015-8856?
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