QID 981973

QID 981973: Nodejs (npm) Security Update for axios (GHSA-42xw-2xvc-qx8m)

Versions of `axios` prior to 0.18.1 are vulnerable to Denial of Service. If a request exceeds the `maxContentLength` property, the package prints an error but does not stop the request. This may cause high CPU usage and lead to Denial of Service.


## Recommendation

Upgrade to 0.18.1 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-42xw-2xvc-qx8m for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 981973

    CVE-2019-10742 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-42xw-2xvc-qx8m axios URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-42xw-2xvc-qx8m
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