CVE-2021-22963

CVE-2021-22963 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Fastify Fastify-static with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-601.

Key facts

Description

A redirect vulnerability in the fastify-static module version < 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary websites via a double slash // followed by a domain: http://localhost:3000//google.com/%2e%2e.The issue shows up on all the fastify-static applications that set redirect: true option. By default, it is false.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-22963?
A redirect vulnerability in the fastify-static module version < 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary websites via a double slash // followed by a domain: http://localhost:3000//google.com/%2e%2e.The issue shows up on all the fastify-static applications that set redirect: true option. By default, it is false.
How severe is CVE-2021-22963?
CVE-2021-22963 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-22963 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-22963?
CVE-2021-22963 affects Fastify Fastify-static. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22963?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-22963 published?
CVE-2021-22963 was published on 2021-10-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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