CVE-2014-1497: High severity Mozilla Firefox vulnerability
The mozilla::WaveReader::DecodeAudioData function in Mozilla Firefox before 28.0, Firefox ESR 24.x before 24.4, Thunderbird before 24.4, and SeaMonkey before 2.25 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process heap memory, cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash), or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted WAV file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1497?
CVE-2014-1497 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for information disclosure and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1497?
To fix CVE-2014-1497, you should update your Mozilla Firefox, Firefox ESR, Thunderbird, or SeaMonkey to the latest version available.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-1497?
CVE-2014-1497 affects Mozilla Firefox versions before 28.0, Firefox ESR versions before 24.4, Thunderbird versions before 24.4, and SeaMonkey versions before 2.25.
Can CVE-2014-1497 lead to malware installation?
CVE-2014-1497 does not directly lead to malware installation but allows remote attackers to access sensitive information which could be exploited.
Is CVE-2014-1497 still an active threat?
CVE-2014-1497 is considered a historical vulnerability as all affected versions are outdated and should be upgraded to secure versions.