CVE-2016-10569: embedza is a module to create HTML snippets/embeds from URLs using info from oEmbed, Open Graph, meta tags

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HIGH 8.1REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2016-10569 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting embedza. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

embedza is a module to create HTML snippets/embeds from URLs using info from oEmbed, Open Graph, meta tags. embedza versions below 1.2.4 download JavaScript resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible to cause remote code execution (RCE) by swapping out the requested JavaScript file with an attacker controlled JavaScript file if the attacker is on the network or positioned in between the user and the remote

Why this priority

High severity
Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.1 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	High
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	1.7% (top 22%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-311, CWE-310
Published	2018-05-31
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): HackerOne · Vendor: embedza project

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2018-05-31 20:29 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 00:39 UTCUpdated Record last modified

embedza project embedza UPGRADE

Affected: < 1.2.4

Fixed in: 1.2.4

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

npm ls embedza

2. UPGRADE to 1.2.4

npm install embedza@">=1.2.4"

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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-2016-10569?

embedza: upgrade to 1.2.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2016-10569 being exploited?

CVE-2016-10569 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-2016-10569 affect?

CVE-2016-10569 affects embedza. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). embedza is a module to create HTML snippets/embeds from URLs using info from oEmbed, Open Graph, meta tags. embedza versions below 1.2.4 download JavaScript resources over HTTP, which leaves it vulnerable to MITM attacks. It may be possible

How urgent is CVE-2016-10569?

Priority 53/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

References

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