QID 981655

QID 981655: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for webtorrent (GHSA-gjh4-fcv3-whpq)

Versions of `webtorrent` prior to 0.107.6 are vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting. `webtorrent` servers started with `torrent.createServer()` lists a torrent's title and files in the index page without sanitization. This allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser through files with names containing the malicious payload. The issue is mitigated due to the fact that the server only allows fetching data pieces from the torrent.

## Recommendation

Upgrade to version 0.107.6 or later.

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

CVSS V3 rated as High - 6.1 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-gjh4-fcv3-whpq for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.

Vendor References

GHSA-gjh4-fcv3-whpq - github.com/advisories/GHSA-gjh4-fcv3-whpq

CVEs related to QID 981655

CVE-2019-15782 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
GHSA-gjh4-fcv3-whpq	webtorrent		github.com/advisories/GHSA-gjh4-fcv3-whpq

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