CVE-2017-18361
UnknownEPSS 1.76%
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CVE-2017-18361 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Pylons Colander through 1.6, the URL validator allows an attacker to potentially cause an infinite loop thereby causing a denial of service via an unclosed parenthesis.. EPSS estimates a 1.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Pylons Colander through 1.6, the URL validator allows an attacker to potentially cause an infinite loop thereby causing a denial of service via an unclosed parenthesis.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pylonsproject | Colander | <= 1.6 |
References
- https://github.com/Pylons/colander/issues/290Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Pylons/colander/pull/323Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Pylons/colander/issues/290Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Pylons/colander/pull/323Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18361?
In Pylons Colander through 1.6, the URL validator allows an attacker to potentially cause an infinite loop thereby causing a denial of service via an unclosed parenthesis.
How severe is CVE-2017-18361?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-18361 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18361?
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.
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