QID 980903

QID 980903: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for socket.io (GHSA-qv2v-m59f-v5fw)

Affected versions of `socket.io` depend on `Math.random()` to create socket IDs, and therefore the IDs are predictable. With enough information on prior IDs, an attacker may be able to guess the socket ID and gain access to socket.io servers without authorization.


## Recommendation

Update to v0.9.7 or later.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 7.5 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-qv2v-m59f-v5fw for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980903

    CVE-2017-16031 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-qv2v-m59f-v5fw socket.io URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-qv2v-m59f-v5fw
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