CVE-2014-1590: Input Validation

Published Dec 11, 2014
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Updated

The XMLHttpRequest.prototype.send method in Mozilla Firefox before 34.0, Firefox ESR 31.x before 31.3, Thunderbird before 31.3, and SeaMonkey before 2.31 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted JavaScript object.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Mozilla Firefox<=33.0
Mozilla Firefox ESR<=31.2
Mozilla SeaMonkey<=2.30
Mozilla Thunderbird<=31.2
Mozilla Firefox<=31.2

Event History

Dec 11, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-1590?

CVE-2014-1590 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-1590?

To fix CVE-2014-1590, update your Mozilla Firefox, Firefox ESR, Thunderbird, or SeaMonkey to the latest version.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2014-1590?

CVE-2014-1590 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 34.0, Firefox ESR versions prior to 31.3, Thunderbird versions prior to 31.3, and SeaMonkey versions prior to 2.31.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-1590?

CVE-2014-1590 is a denial of service vulnerability that can cause the application to crash.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2014-1590?

Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2014-1590 by sending a crafted JavaScript object.

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