PatchTheCVECVE-2018-3773: There is a stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Open Graph meta properties read by the `metascrape` np
CVE-2018-3773 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.1) affecting metascraper. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
There is a stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Open Graph meta properties read by the `metascrape` npm module <= 3.9.2.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.1 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.9% (top 39%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2018-07-30 |
| 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-2018-3773?
metascraper: upgrade to newer than 3.9.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2018-3773 being exploited?
CVE-2018-3773 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-2018-3773 affect?
CVE-2018-3773 affects metascraper. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.1). There is a stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Open Graph meta properties read by the `metascrape` npm module <= 3.9.2.
How urgent is CVE-2018-3773?
Priority 41/100. Public exploit reference