CVE-2022-2900: Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in parse-url
Summary
CVE-2022-2900: Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in GitHub repository ionicabizau/parse-url. Affects parse-url versions < 8.1.0. Fixed in 8.1.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
parse-url is an npm package that provides a utility for parsing and manipulating URLs. It is commonly used in web applications to extract information from URLs. However, versions prior to 8.1.0 are vulnerable to a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) attack.
Vulnerability Detail
The SSRF vulnerability in parse-url allows an attacker to make arbitrary HTTP requests from the server-side, potentially leading to unauthorized access to internal resources or remote code execution. This vulnerability arises due to insufficient input validation and sanitization of user-supplied URLs. An attacker can craft a malicious URL that triggers the SSRF vulnerability and exploit it to perform actions on behalf of the server, bypassing any client-side security measures.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 11.1.0 as of 22 Oct 2026
npm install parse-url@11.1.0Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
8.1.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Conclusion
The SSRF vulnerability in parse-url prior to version 8.1.0 can lead to unauthorized access to internal resources and potential remote code execution. It is crucial to upgrade parse-url to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) is a type of vulnerability that allows an attacker to make requests from the server-side, potentially accessing internal resources or performing actions on behalf of the server.
The SSRF vulnerability in parse-url can lead to unauthorized access to internal resources, remote code execution, and potential data breaches.
Currently, there is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade parse-url to the latest version.
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