CVE-2017-16030
UnknownEPSS 1.16%
Last modified
CVE-2017-16030 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Useragent is used to parse useragent headers. It uses several regular expressions to accomplish this. EPSS estimates a 1.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Useragent is used to parse useragent headers. It uses several regular expressions to accomplish this. An attacker could edit their own headers, creating an arbitrarily long useragent string, causing the event loop and server to block. This affects Useragent 2.1.12 and earlier.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Useragent Project | Useragent | <= 2.1.12 |
References
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/312Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/312Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-16030?
Useragent is used to parse useragent headers. It uses several regular expressions to accomplish this. An attacker could edit their own headers, creating an arbitrarily long useragent string, causing the event loop and server to block. This affects Useragent 2.1.12 and earlier.
How severe is CVE-2017-16030?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16030 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16030?
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-2017-16030?
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