CVE-2024-53975
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2024-53975 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Accessing a non-secure HTTP site that uses a non-existent port may cause the SSL padlock icon in the location URL bar to, misleadingly, appear secure. This vulnerability affects Firefox for iOS < 133.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Accessing a non-secure HTTP site that uses a non-existent port may cause the SSL padlock icon in the location URL bar to, misleadingly, appear secure. This vulnerability affects Firefox for iOS < 133.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 133.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1843467Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-66/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-53975?
Accessing a non-secure HTTP site that uses a non-existent port may cause the SSL padlock icon in the location URL bar to, misleadingly, appear secure. This vulnerability affects Firefox for iOS < 133.
How severe is CVE-2024-53975?
CVE-2024-53975 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-53975?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-53975?
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