CVE-2024-45590: body-parser vulnerable to denial of service when url encoding is enabled
Impact
body-parser <1.20.3 is vulnerable to denial of service when url encoding is enabled. A malicious actor using a specially crafted payload could flood the server with a large number of requests, resulting in denial of service.
Patches
this issue is patched in 1.20.3
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body-parser is Node.js body parsing middleware. body-parser <1.20.3 is vulnerable to denial of service when url encoding is enabled. A malicious actor using a specially crafted payload could flood the server with a large number of requests, resulting in denial of service. This issue is patched in 1.20.3.
— NVD
body-parser vulnerable to denial of service when url encoding is enabled
— Microsoft
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45590?
CVE-2024-45590 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45590?
To fix CVE-2024-45590, upgrade body-parser to version 1.20.3 or later.
Which versions of body-parser are affected by CVE-2024-45590?
CVE-2024-45590 affects all versions of body-parser prior to 1.20.3.
What type of attack does CVE-2024-45590 facilitate?
CVE-2024-45590 facilitates denial of service attacks via flooding a server with a large number of requests.
Is CVE-2024-45590 related to url encoding?
Yes, CVE-2024-45590 is specifically vulnerable to denial of service attacks when url encoding is enabled.