CVE-2017-7813: Incorrect Type Cast

Published Sep 28, 2017
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Updated

Inside the JavaScript parser, a cast of an integer to a narrower type can result in data read from outside the buffer being parsed. This usually results in a non-exploitable crash, but can leak a limited amount of information from memory if it matches JavaScript identifier syntax.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
debian/firefox
131.0-1
Mozilla Firefox<56
56
Mozilla Firefox<=55.0.3

Event History

Sep 28, 2017
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Jun 11, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:40 PM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:19 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-7813?

CVE-2017-7813 is a vulnerability in the JavaScript parser of Mozilla Firefox and Ubuntu Firefox that can result in data leakage from memory.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7813?

CVE-2017-7813 has a severity rating of 8.2, which is considered high.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2017-7813?

Mozilla Firefox versions up to and exclusive of 56.0.3, as well as Ubuntu Firefox versions 56.0+ on various Ubuntu releases, are affected by CVE-2017-7813.

4

How can CVE-2017-7813 be fixed?

To fix CVE-2017-7813, users should update their Mozilla Firefox or Ubuntu Firefox to version 56.0 or newer.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-7813?

More information about CVE-2017-7813 can be found in the following references: [1] [2] [3]

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