CVE-2016-7153: Infoleak
First published: Tue Sep 06 2016(Updated: )
The HTTP/2 protocol does not consider the role of the TCP congestion window in providing information about content length, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain cleartext data by leveraging a web-browser configuration in which third-party cookies are sent, aka a "HEIST" attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge Beta | ||
| Internet Explorer | ||
| Google Chrome (Trace Event) | ||
| Apple Mobile Safari | ||
| Opera | ||
| Firefox |
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Reference Links
- http://arstechnica.com/security/2016/08/new-attack-steals-ssns-e-mail-addresses-and-more-from-https-pages/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92773
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036741
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036742
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036743
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036744
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036745
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036746
- https://tom.vg/papers/heist_blackhat2016.pdf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7153?
CVE-2016-7153 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to its potential to leak sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7153?
To fix CVE-2016-7153, ensure that your web browser is updated to the latest version provided by the browser vendor.
Which browsers are affected by CVE-2016-7153?
CVE-2016-7153 affects multiple browsers, including Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Apple Mobile Safari, Opera, and Mozilla Firefox.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2016-7153?
CVE-2016-7153 is associated with a HEIST attack, which allows attackers to exploit improperly handled data in HTTP/2.
Can CVE-2016-7153 lead to data exposure?
Yes, CVE-2016-7153 can lead to the exposure of sensitive data such as user credentials if exploited.
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