CVE-2004-0759: Medium severity Mozilla Mozilla vulnerability
Published Aug 3, 2004
·Updated
Mozilla before 1.7 allows remote web servers to read arbitrary files via Javascript that sets the value of an <input type="file"> tag.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Mozilla Mozilla
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 3, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0759?
CVE-2004-0759 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive file information.
2
How does CVE-2004-0759 exploit work?
CVE-2004-0759 allows remote web servers to access local files through a manipulated <input type="file"> tag in JavaScript.
3
Which versions are affected by CVE-2004-0759?
CVE-2004-0759 affects Mozilla versions before 1.7.
4
How do I fix CVE-2004-0759?
To fix CVE-2004-0759, upgrade to Mozilla version 1.7 or later.
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What are the potential impacts of CVE-2004-0759?
The potential impacts of CVE-2004-0759 include unauthorized access to local files, leading to information disclosure.