CVE-2016-9574
First published: Thu Jul 19 2018(Updated: )
nss before version 3.30 is vulnerable to a remote denial of service during the session handshake when using SessionTicket extension and ECDHE-ECDSA.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla NSS ESR | <3.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9574?
CVE-2016-9574 has a severity rating of medium as it can lead to a remote denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9574?
To fix CVE-2016-9574, update to NSS version 3.30 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-9574?
CVE-2016-9574 affects the Mozilla Network Security Services before version 3.30.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9574?
CVE-2016-9574 is a remote denial of service vulnerability that occurs during the session handshake.
What is the cause of CVE-2016-9574?
CVE-2016-9574 is caused by a flaw in the handling of the SessionTicket extension and ECDHE-ECDSA.
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