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CVE-2014-1516

UnknownEPSS 1.17%

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CVE-2014-1516 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The saltProfileName function in base/GeckoProfileDirectories.java in Mozilla Firefox through 28.0.1 on Android relies on Android's weak approach to seeding the Math.random function, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass a profile-randomization protection mechanism via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The saltProfileName function in base/GeckoProfileDirectories.java in Mozilla Firefox through 28.0.1 on Android relies on Android's weak approach to seeding the Math.random function, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass a profile-randomization protection mechanism via a crafted application.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.17%

63.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MozillaFirefox<= 28.0.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-1516?
The saltProfileName function in base/GeckoProfileDirectories.java in Mozilla Firefox through 28.0.1 on Android relies on Android's weak approach to seeding the Math.random function, which makes it easier for attackers to bypass a profile-randomization protection mechanism via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2014-1516?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-1516 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1516?
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Source: NVD / NIST