CVE-2010-2117
UnknownEPSS 1.78%
Last modified
CVE-2010-2117 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mozilla Firefox 3.0.19, 3.5.x, and 3.6.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via JavaScript code containing an infinite loop that creates IFRAME elements for invalid (1) news:// or (2) nntp:// URIs.. EPSS estimates a 1.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mozilla Firefox 3.0.19, 3.5.x, and 3.6.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via JavaScript code containing an infinite loop that creates IFRAME elements for invalid (1) news:// or (2) nntp:// URIs.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.0.19 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.2 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.3 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.4 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.5 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.6 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.7 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.5.9 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 3.6 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2010-2117?
Mozilla Firefox 3.0.19, 3.5.x, and 3.6.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) via JavaScript code containing an infinite loop that creates IFRAME elements for invalid (1) news:// or (2) nntp:// URIs.
How severe is CVE-2010-2117?
Severity scoring for CVE-2010-2117 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2010-2117?
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-2010-2117?
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