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CVE-2013-5598

UnknownEPSS 2.94%

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CVE-2013-5598 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PDF.js in Mozilla Firefox before 25.0 and Firefox ESR 24.x before 24.1 does not properly handle the appending of an IFRAME element, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files or execute arbitrary JavaScript code with chrome privileges by using this element within an embedded PDF object.. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PDF.js in Mozilla Firefox before 25.0 and Firefox ESR 24.x before 24.1 does not properly handle the appending of an IFRAME element, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files or execute arbitrary JavaScript code with chrome privileges by using this element within an embedded PDF object.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.94%

85.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MozillaFirefox24.0
MozillaFirefox24.0.1
MozillaFirefox24.0.2
MozillaFirefox<= 24.0
MozillaFirefox19.0
MozillaFirefox19.0.1
MozillaFirefox19.0.2
MozillaFirefox20.0
MozillaFirefox20.0.1
MozillaFirefox21.0
MozillaFirefox22.0
MozillaFirefox23.0
MozillaFirefox23.0.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-5598?
PDF.js in Mozilla Firefox before 25.0 and Firefox ESR 24.x before 24.1 does not properly handle the appending of an IFRAME element, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files or execute arbitrary JavaScript code with chrome privileges by using this element within an embedded PDF object.
How severe is CVE-2013-5598?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-5598 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5598?
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