CVE-2018-3711
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.80%
Last modified
CVE-2018-3711 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Fastify node module before 0.38.0 is vulnerable to a denial-of-service attack by sending a request with "Content-Type: application/json" and a very large payload.. EPSS estimates a 1.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Fastify node module before 0.38.0 is vulnerable to a denial-of-service attack by sending a request with "Content-Type: application/json" and a very large payload.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fastify | Fastify | < 0.38.0 |
References
- https://github.com/fastify/fastify/pull/627Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/303632Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/fastify/fastify/pull/627Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/303632Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-3711?
Fastify node module before 0.38.0 is vulnerable to a denial-of-service attack by sending a request with "Content-Type: application/json" and a very large payload.
How severe is CVE-2018-3711?
CVE-2018-3711 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3711?
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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