CVE-2017-5404
UnknownEPSS 17.48%
Last modified
CVE-2017-5404 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A use-after-free error can occur when manipulating ranges in selections with one node inside a native anonymous tree and one node outside of it. This results in a potentially exploitable crash. EPSS estimates a 17.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A use-after-free error can occur when manipulating ranges in selections with one node inside a native anonymous tree and one node outside of it. This results in a potentially exploitable crash. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 52, Firefox ESR < 45.8, Thunderbird < 52, and Thunderbird < 45.8.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Aus | 7.3 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Aus | 7.4 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Eus | 7.3 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Eus | 7.4 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server Eus | 7.5 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 7.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 45.8.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 52.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 45.8.0 |
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0459.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0461.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0498.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96664Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037966Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1340138Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-06Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-07Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3805Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3832Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41660/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-05/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-06/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-07/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-09/Vendor Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0459.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0461.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0498.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96664Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037966Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1340138Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-06Third Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-07Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3805Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3832Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41660/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-05/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-06/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-07/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-09/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-5404?
A use-after-free error can occur when manipulating ranges in selections with one node inside a native anonymous tree and one node outside of it. This results in a potentially exploitable crash. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 52, Firefox ESR < 45.8, Thunderbird < 52, and Thunderbird < 45.8.
How severe is CVE-2017-5404?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-5404 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 17.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5404?
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-2017-5404?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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