Vulnerability Description
Node.js versions 9.7.0 and later and 10.x are vulnerable and the severity is MEDIUM. A bug introduced in 9.7.0 increases the memory consumed when reading from the network into JavaScript using the net.Socket object directly as a stream. An attacker could use this cause a denial of service by sending tiny chunks of data in short succession. This vulnerability was restored by reverting to the prior behaviour.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nodejs | Node.Js | >= 9.7.0, < 9.11.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104463Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://nodejs.org/en/blog/vulnerability/june-2018-security-releases/Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202003-48Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104463Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://nodejs.org/en/blog/vulnerability/june-2018-security-releases/Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202003-48Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-7164?
CVE-2018-7164 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Node.js versions 9.7.0 and later and 10.x are vulnerable and the severity is MEDIUM. A bug introduced in 9.7.0 increases the memory consumed when reading from the network into JavaScript using the net...
How severe is CVE-2018-7164?
CVE-2018-7164 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-7164?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nodejs Node.Js.