CVE-2004-0761
First published: Tue Aug 03 2004(Updated: )
Mozilla before 1.7, Firefox before 0.9, and Thunderbird before 0.7, allow remote attackers to use certain redirect sequences to spoof the security lock icon that makes a web page appear to be encrypted.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird | <=0.7 | |
| Firefox | <=0.9 | |
| Mozilla Firefox | <=1.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=240053
- http://www.mozilla.org/projects/security/known-vulnerabilities.html#mozilla1.7
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-421.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2004_36_mozilla.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15495
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109900315219363&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16871
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9240
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3603
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0761?
CVE-2004-0761 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to deceive users about the security of a website.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0761?
To fix CVE-2004-0761, users should upgrade their Mozilla, Firefox, or Thunderbird software to the latest version available.
What impact does CVE-2004-0761 have on users?
CVE-2004-0761 allows remote attackers to spoof the security lock icon, misleading users into believing a web page is secure when it may not be.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2004-0761?
CVE-2004-0761 affects Mozilla versions prior to 1.7, Firefox versions prior to 0.9, and Thunderbird versions prior to 0.7.
Can CVE-2004-0761 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-0761 can be exploited remotely through specific redirect sequences used by attackers.
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