CVE-2024-6611
First published: Tue Jul 09 2024(Updated: )
A nested iframe, triggering a cross-site navigation, could send SameSite=Strict or Lax cookies.
Credit: security@mozilla.org security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla Thunderbird | <128 | 128 |
| Mozilla Firefox | <128 | 128 |
| debian/firefox | 131.0.2-2 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1844827
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-29/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-32/
- https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2024-29/#CVE-2024-6611
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-6611
- https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2024-29/
- https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2024-32/
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-6611
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-6611
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-6611
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-6611
Peer vulnerabilities
(Found alongside the following vulnerabilities)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-6611?
CVE-2024-6611 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to expose sensitive information through improper cookie handling.
How do I fix CVE-2024-6611?
To mitigate CVE-2024-6611, update your Mozilla Firefox or Thunderbird to version 128 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-6611?
CVE-2024-6611 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 128 and Thunderbird versions prior to 128.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-6611?
CVE-2024-6611 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability stemming from improper handling of SameSite cookies in nested iframes.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-6611?
Yes, a patch is included in the updates for Mozilla Firefox and Thunderbird version 128 and above.
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