CVE-2017-7837: Input Validation

Published Nov 14, 2017
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Updated

Last updated 24 July 2024

Other sources

SVG loaded through "<img>" tags can use "<meta>" tags within the SVG data to set cookies for that page. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 57.

Launchpad

SVG loaded through <img> tags can use <meta> tags within the SVG data to set cookies for that page.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
debian/firefox
131.0.2-2
Mozilla Firefox<57
57
Mozilla Firefox<=56.0.2

Event History

Nov 14, 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 20, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:20 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·01:22 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-7837?

CVE-2017-7837 is a vulnerability that allows SVG loaded through <img> tags to set cookies using <meta> tags within the SVG data.

2

Which software is affected by CVE-2017-7837?

The vulnerability affects Firefox versions below 57.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7837?

The severity of CVE-2017-7837 is medium with a severity score of 5.3.

4

How can I fix CVE-2017-7837?

To fix CVE-2017-7837, update your Firefox browser to version 57 or higher.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-7837?

You can find more information about CVE-2017-7837 on the following references: - [Bugzilla Mozilla](https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1325923) - [Mozilla Security Advisories](https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2017-24/) - [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101832)

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