CVE-2018-5153
UnknownEPSS 1.70%
Last modified
CVE-2018-5153 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. If websocket data is sent with mixed text and binary in a single message, the binary data can be corrupted. This can result in an out-of-bounds read with the read memory sent to the originating server in response. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
If websocket data is sent with mixed text and binary in a single message, the binary data can be corrupted. This can result in an out-of-bounds read with the read memory sent to the originating server in response. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 60.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 60.0 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 17.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 18.04 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104139Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040896Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1436809Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3645-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2018-11/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104139Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040896Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1436809Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3645-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2018-11/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5153?
If websocket data is sent with mixed text and binary in a single message, the binary data can be corrupted. This can result in an out-of-bounds read with the read memory sent to the originating server in response. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 60.
How severe is CVE-2018-5153?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5153 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5153?
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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