CVE-2017-7797
UnknownEPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2017-7797 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Response header name interning does not have same-origin protections and these headers are stored in a global registry. This allows stored header names to be available cross-origin. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Response header name interning does not have same-origin protections and these headers are stored in a global registry. This allows stored header names to be available cross-origin. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 55.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 55.0 |
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039124Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1334776Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-18/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039124Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1334776Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-18/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7797?
Response header name interning does not have same-origin protections and these headers are stored in a global registry. This allows stored header names to be available cross-origin. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 55.
How severe is CVE-2017-7797?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7797 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7797?
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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