CVE-2019-11696
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CVE-2019-11696 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Files with the .JNLP extension used for "Java web start" applications are not treated as executable content for download prompts even though they can be executed if Java is installed on the local system. This could allow users to mistakenly launch an executable binary locally. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Files with the .JNLP extension used for "Java web start" applications are not treated as executable content for download prompts even though they can be executed if Java is installed on the local system. This could allow users to mistakenly launch an executable binary locally. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 67.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 67.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1392955Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2019-13/Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1392955Exploit, Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2019-13/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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