Strix
26.1K

CVE-2008-0591

UnknownEPSS 3.85%

Last modified

CVE-2008-0591 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mozilla Firefox before 2.0.0.12 and Thunderbird before 2.0.0.12 does not properly manage a delay timer used in confirmation dialogs, which might allow remote attackers to trick users into confirming an unsafe action, such as remote file execution, by using a timer to change the window focus, aka the "dialog refocus bug" or "ffclick2".. EPSS estimates a 3.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Mozilla Firefox before 2.0.0.12 and Thunderbird before 2.0.0.12 does not properly manage a delay timer used in confirmation dialogs, which might allow remote attackers to trick users into confirming an unsafe action, such as remote file execution, by using a timer to change the window focus, aka the "dialog refocus bug" or "ffclick2".

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.85%

88.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MozillaFirefox<= 2.0.0.11
MozillaThunderbird<= 2.0.0.11

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-0591?
Mozilla Firefox before 2.0.0.12 and Thunderbird before 2.0.0.12 does not properly manage a delay timer used in confirmation dialogs, which might allow remote attackers to trick users into confirming an unsafe action, such as remote file execution, by using a timer to change the window focus, aka the "dialog refocus bug" or "ffclick2".
How severe is CVE-2008-0591?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0591 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0591?
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-2008-0591?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST