CVE-2016-5292: Input Validation

Published Nov 15, 2016
·
Updated

During URL parsing, a maliciously crafted URL can cause a potentially exploitable crash.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<50
50
Mozilla Firefox<50.0

Event History

Nov 15, 2016
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2016-5292.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5292?

CVE-2016-5292 has a severity rating of high.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2016-5292?

Mozilla Firefox versions up to but not including 50 are affected by CVE-2016-5292.

4

How can a maliciously crafted URL exploit CVE-2016-5292?

A maliciously crafted URL can cause a potentially exploitable crash during URL parsing in the affected software.

5

How can I fix CVE-2016-5292?

To fix CVE-2016-5292, update Mozilla Firefox to version 50 or later.

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