CVE-2019-5457
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.71%
Last modified
CVE-2019-5457 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in min-http-server (all versions) allows an attacker with access to the server file system to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in victim's browser.. EPSS estimates a 0.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in min-http-server (all versions) allows an attacker with access to the server file system to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in victim's browser.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Min-Http-Server Project | Min-Http-Server | 1.0.0 |
| Min-Http-Server Project | Min-Http-Server | 1.0.2 |
| Min-Http-Server Project | Min-Http-Server | 1.0.4 |
| Min-Http-Server Project | Min-Http-Server | 1.0.6 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/570568Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/570568Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5457?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in min-http-server (all versions) allows an attacker with access to the server file system to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in victim's browser.
How severe is CVE-2019-5457?
CVE-2019-5457 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-5457?
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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