CVE-2019-9806
UnknownEPSS 1.08%
Last modified
CVE-2019-9806 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability exists during authorization prompting for FTP transaction where successive modal prompts are displayed and cannot be immediately dismissed. This allows for a denial of service (DOS) attack. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability exists during authorization prompting for FTP transaction where successive modal prompts are displayed and cannot be immediately dismissed. This allows for a denial of service (DOS) attack. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 66.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 66.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1525267Issue Tracking, Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2019-07/Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1525267Issue Tracking, Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2019-07/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-9806?
A vulnerability exists during authorization prompting for FTP transaction where successive modal prompts are displayed and cannot be immediately dismissed. This allows for a denial of service (DOS) attack. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 66.
How severe is CVE-2019-9806?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-9806 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9806?
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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