CVE-2018-20801
UnknownEPSS 3.17%
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CVE-2018-20801 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In js/parts/SvgRenderer.js in Highcharts JS before 6.1.0, the use of backtracking regular expressions permitted an attacker to conduct a denial of service attack against the SVGRenderer component, aka ReDoS.. EPSS estimates a 3.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In js/parts/SvgRenderer.js in Highcharts JS before 6.1.0, the use of backtracking regular expressions permitted an attacker to conduct a denial of service attack against the SVGRenderer component, aka ReDoS.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Highcharts | Highcharts | < 6.1.0 |
References
- https://github.com/highcharts/highcharts/commit/7c547e1e0f5e4379f94396efd559a566668c0dfaPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/npm:highcharts:20180225Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/highcharts/highcharts/commit/7c547e1e0f5e4379f94396efd559a566668c0dfaPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/npm:highcharts:20180225Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-20801?
In js/parts/SvgRenderer.js in Highcharts JS before 6.1.0, the use of backtracking regular expressions permitted an attacker to conduct a denial of service attack against the SVGRenderer component, aka ReDoS.
How severe is CVE-2018-20801?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20801 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20801?
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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