PatchTheCVECVE-2016-10535: csrf-lite is a cross-site request forgery protection library for framework-less node sites
CVE-2016-10535 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.9) affecting csrf-lite. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
csrf-lite is a cross-site request forgery protection library for framework-less node sites. csrf-lite uses `===`, a fail first string comparison, instead of a time constant string comparison This enables an attacker to guess the secret in no more than (16*18)288 guesses, instead of the 16^18 guesses required were the timing attack not present.
Why this priority
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
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-2016-10535?
csrf-lite: upgrade to newer than 0.1.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2016-10535 being exploited?
CVE-2016-10535 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-2016-10535 affect?
CVE-2016-10535 affects csrf-lite. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.9). csrf-lite is a cross-site request forgery protection library for framework-less node sites. csrf-lite uses `===`, a fail first string comparison, instead of a time constant string comparison This enables an attacker to guess the secret in n
How urgent is CVE-2016-10535?
Priority 43/100. Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action