CVE-2021-3666
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.26%
Last modified
CVE-2021-3666 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. body-parser-xml is vulnerable to Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution'). EPSS estimates a 1.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
body-parser-xml is vulnerable to Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution')
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xml Body Parser Project | Xml Body Parser | < 2.0.3 |
References
- https://github.com/fiznool/body-parser-xml/commit/d46ca622560f7c9a033cd9321c61e92558150d63Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/1-other-fiznool/body-parser-xmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/fiznool/body-parser-xml/commit/d46ca622560f7c9a033cd9321c61e92558150d63Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/1-other-fiznool/body-parser-xmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3666?
body-parser-xml is vulnerable to Improperly Controlled Modification of Object Prototype Attributes ('Prototype Pollution')
How severe is CVE-2021-3666?
CVE-2021-3666 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-3666?
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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