CVE-2017-5395: Input Validation

Published Jan 24, 2017
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Updated

Malicious sites can display a spoofed location bar on a subsequently loaded page when the existing location bar on the new page is scrolled out of view if navigations between pages can be timed correctly. Note: This issue only affects Firefox for Android. Other operating systems are not affected.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<51
51
Mozilla Firefox<51.0
Google Android

Event History

Jan 24, 2017
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Jun 11, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-5395?

The severity of CVE-2017-5395 is classified as moderate, indicating potential risk of user data exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-5395?

To fix CVE-2017-5395, update your Firefox for Android to version 51 or later.

3

What platforms are affected by CVE-2017-5395?

CVE-2017-5395 only affects Firefox for Android, and other operating systems are not impacted.

4

Can CVE-2017-5395 lead to phishing attacks?

Yes, CVE-2017-5395 can potentially allow for spoofing that could mislead users into phishing attacks.

5

Is user intervention necessary to exploit CVE-2017-5395?

Exploitation of CVE-2017-5395 requires users to navigate to malicious sites in a specific manner.

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