PatchTheCVECVE-2015-1164: Open redirect vulnerability in the serve-static plugin before 1.7.2 for Node.js, when mounted at the root, all
CVE-2015-1164 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting serve-static. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Open redirect vulnerability in the serve-static plugin before 1.7.2 for Node.js, when mounted at the root, allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a // (slash slash) followed by a domain in the PATH_INFO to the default URI.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.3 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.6% (top 15%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2015-01-21 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2015-1164?
serve-static: upgrade to newer than 1.7.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2015-1164 being exploited?
CVE-2015-1164 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2015-1164 affect?
CVE-2015-1164 affects serve-static. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). Open redirect vulnerability in the serve-static plugin before 1.7.2 for Node.js, when mounted at the root, allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a // (slash slash) followed by a do
How urgent is CVE-2015-1164?
Priority 36/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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