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CVE-2008-5913

UnknownEPSS 1.14%

Last modified

CVE-2008-5913 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Math.random function in the JavaScript implementation in Mozilla Firefox 3.5.x before 3.5.10 and 3.6.x before 3.6.4, and SeaMonkey before 2.0.5, uses a random number generator that is seeded only once per browser session, which makes it easier for remote attackers to track a user, or trick a user into acting upon a spoofed pop-up message, by calculating the seed value, related to a "temporary footprint" and an "in-session phishing attack.". EPSS estimates a 1.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Math.random function in the JavaScript implementation in Mozilla Firefox 3.5.x before 3.5.10 and 3.6.x before 3.6.4, and SeaMonkey before 2.0.5, uses a random number generator that is seeded only once per browser session, which makes it easier for remote attackers to track a user, or trick a user into acting upon a spoofed pop-up message, by calculating the seed value, related to a "temporary footprint" and an "in-session phishing attack."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.14%

62.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MozillaFirefox3.5
MozillaFirefox3.5.1
MozillaFirefox3.5.2
MozillaFirefox3.5.3
MozillaFirefox3.5.4
MozillaFirefox3.5.5
MozillaFirefox3.5.6
MozillaFirefox3.5.7
MozillaFirefox3.5.8
MozillaFirefox3.5.9
MozillaFirefox3.6
MozillaFirefox3.6.2
MozillaFirefox3.6.3
MozillaFirefox3.6.4
MozillaSeamonkey<= 2.0.4
MozillaSeamonkey1.0
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.1
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.2
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.3
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.4
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.5
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.6
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.7
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.8
MozillaSeamonkey1.0.9
MozillaSeamonkey1.1
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.1
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.2
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.3
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.4
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.5
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.6
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.7
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.8
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.9
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.10
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.11
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.12
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.13
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.14
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.15
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.16
MozillaSeamonkey1.1.17
MozillaSeamonkey2.0
MozillaSeamonkey2.0.1
MozillaSeamonkey2.0.2
MozillaSeamonkey2.0.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5913?
The Math.random function in the JavaScript implementation in Mozilla Firefox 3.5.x before 3.5.10 and 3.6.x before 3.6.4, and SeaMonkey before 2.0.5, uses a random number generator that is seeded only once per browser session, which makes it easier for remote attackers to track a user, or trick a user into acting upon a spoofed pop-up message, by calculating the seed value, related to a "temporary footprint" and an "in-session phishing attack."
How severe is CVE-2008-5913?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5913 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5913?
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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Source: NVD / NIST