CVE-2017-16117
UnknownEPSS 1.58%
Last modified
CVE-2017-16117 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. slug is a module to slugify strings, even if they contain unicode. slug is vulnerable to regular expression denial of service is specially crafted untrusted input is passed as input. EPSS estimates a 1.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
slug is a module to slugify strings, even if they contain unicode. slug is vulnerable to regular expression denial of service is specially crafted untrusted input is passed as input. About 50k characters can block the event loop for 2 seconds.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Slug Project | Slug | <= 0.9.1 |
References
- https://github.com/dodo/node-slug/issues/82Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/537Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/dodo/node-slug/issues/82Third Party Advisory
- https://nodesecurity.io/advisories/537Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-16117?
slug is a module to slugify strings, even if they contain unicode. slug is vulnerable to regular expression denial of service is specially crafted untrusted input is passed as input. About 50k characters can block the event loop for 2 seconds.
How severe is CVE-2017-16117?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16117 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16117?
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-2017-16117?
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