Node.js.zlib.windowBits.DoS
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Denial of Service Vulnerability in Node.js.
The vulnerability is caused by improper validation of user supplied data when the vulnerable application handles a maliciously crafted request. An attacker can exploit this to cause a denial of service in the vulnerable application via a crafted request.
Affected Products
Node.js Node.js 8.x prior to 8.8.0
Node.js Node.js 6.x prior to 6.11.5
Node.js Node.js 4.x prior to 4.8.5
Impact
Denial of Service: Remote attackers can crash vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://nodejs.org/en/blog/vulnerability/oct-2017-dos/
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |