CVE-2006-0296
UnknownEPSS 4.04%
Last modified
CVE-2006-0296 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The XULDocument.persist function in Mozilla, Firefox before 1.5.0.1, and SeaMonkey before 1.0 does not validate the attribute name, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript by injecting RDF data into the user's localstore.rdf file.. EPSS estimates a 4.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The XULDocument.persist function in Mozilla, Firefox before 1.5.0.1, and SeaMonkey before 1.0 does not validate the attribute name, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript by injecting RDF data into the user's localstore.rdf file.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.8 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9.2 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.9.3 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.10 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 0.10.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.2 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.3 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.4 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.5 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.6 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0.7 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.5 |
| Mozilla | Seamonkey | 1.0 |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/592425US Government Resource
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0199.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0200.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-038A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/592425US Government Resource
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0199.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0200.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-038A.htmlUS Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-0296?
The XULDocument.persist function in Mozilla, Firefox before 1.5.0.1, and SeaMonkey before 1.0 does not validate the attribute name, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript by injecting RDF data into the user's localstore.rdf file.
How severe is CVE-2006-0296?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-0296 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0296?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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