CVE-2017-1000424
UnknownEPSS 0.98%
Last modified
CVE-2017-1000424 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Github Electron version 1.6.4 - 1.6.11 and 1.7.0 - 1.7.5 is vulnerable to a URL Spoofing problem when opening PDFs in PDFium resulting loading arbitrary PDFs that a hacker can control.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Github Electron version 1.6.4 - 1.6.11 and 1.7.0 - 1.7.5 is vulnerable to a URL Spoofing problem when opening PDFs in PDFium resulting loading arbitrary PDFs that a hacker can control.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Atom | Electron | >= 1.6.4, <= 1.6.11 |
| Atom | Electron | >= 1.7.0, <= 1.7.5 |
References
- https://github.com/electron/electron/pull/10008Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/electron/electron/pull/10008/filesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/electron/electron/pull/10008Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/electron/electron/pull/10008/filesThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-1000424?
Github Electron version 1.6.4 - 1.6.11 and 1.7.0 - 1.7.5 is vulnerable to a URL Spoofing problem when opening PDFs in PDFium resulting loading arbitrary PDFs that a hacker can control.
How severe is CVE-2017-1000424?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-1000424 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000424?
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-2017-1000424?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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