CVE-2017-5421: Input Validation

Published Mar 7, 2017
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Updated

A malicious site could spoof the contents of the print preview window if popup windows are enabled, resulting in user confusion of what site is currently loaded.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<52
52
Mozilla Thunderbird<52
52
Mozilla Firefox<52.0.
Mozilla Thunderbird<52.0.

Event History

Mar 7, 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-2017-5421?

CVE-2017-5421 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-5421?

To fix CVE-2017-5421, update Mozilla Firefox or Thunderbird to version 52 or higher.

3

What are the risks associated with CVE-2017-5421?

The risks associated with CVE-2017-5421 include potential user confusion due to spoofed print preview content.

4

Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2017-5421?

CVE-2017-5421 affects all versions of Mozilla Firefox prior to version 52.

5

Which versions of Thunderbird are vulnerable to CVE-2017-5421?

CVE-2017-5421 affects all versions of Mozilla Thunderbird prior to version 52.

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