CVE-2017-7837
UnknownEPSS 1.47%
Last modified
CVE-2017-7837 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. SVG loaded through "<img>" tags can use "<meta>" tags within the SVG data to set cookies for that page. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 57.. EPSS estimates a 1.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SVG loaded through "<img>" tags can use "<meta>" tags within the SVG data to set cookies for that page. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 57.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 56.0.2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101832Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039803Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1325923Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-24/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101832Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039803Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1325923Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-24/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7837?
SVG loaded through "<img>" tags can use "<meta>" tags within the SVG data to set cookies for that page. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 57.
How severe is CVE-2017-7837?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7837 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7837?
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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