CVE-2014-1585: Medium severity thunderbird vulnerability
The WebRTC video-sharing feature in dom/media/MediaManager.cpp in Mozilla Firefox before 33.0, Firefox ESR 31.x before 31.2, and Thunderbird 31.x before 31.2 does not properly recognize Stop Sharing actions for videos in IFRAME elements, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from the local camera by maintaining a session after the user tries to discontinue streaming.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1585?
CVE-2014-1585 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1585?
To fix CVE-2014-1585, update Mozilla Firefox to version 33.0 or later, or Thunderbird to version 31.2 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2014-1585?
CVE-2014-1585 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 33.0, Firefox ESR versions prior to 31.2, and Thunderbird versions prior to 31.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-1585?
CVE-2014-1585 is a WebRTC vulnerability that improperly handles Stop Sharing actions in IFRAME elements.
Can CVE-2014-1585 lead to data leakage?
Yes, CVE-2014-1585 can allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information due to improper handling of video sharing.