CVE-2007-2162
UnknownEPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2007-2162 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. (1) Mozilla Firefox 2.0.0.3 and (2) GNU IceWeasel 2.0.0.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser crash or system hang) via JavaScript that matches a regular expression against a long string, as demonstrated using /(.)*/.. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
(1) Mozilla Firefox 2.0.0.3 and (2) GNU IceWeasel 2.0.0.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser crash or system hang) via JavaScript that matches a regular expression against a long string, as demonstrated using /(.)*/.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Iceweasel | 2.0.0.3 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 2.0.0.3 |
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-2162?
(1) Mozilla Firefox 2.0.0.3 and (2) GNU IceWeasel 2.0.0.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser crash or system hang) via JavaScript that matches a regular expression against a long string, as demonstrated using /(.)*/.
How severe is CVE-2007-2162?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-2162 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2162?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2007-2162?
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