CVE-2016-9077: Race Condition

Published Nov 15, 2016
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Updated

Canvas allows the use of the "feDisplacementMap" filter on images loaded cross-origin. The rendering by the filter is variable depending on the input pixel, allowing for timing attacks when the images are loaded from third party locations. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 50.

Other sources

Canvas allows the use of the feDisplacementMap filter on images loaded cross-origin. The rendering by the filter is variable depending on the input pixel, allowing for timing attacks when the images are loaded from third party locations.

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 CVE-2016-9077?

CVE-2016-9077 refers to a vulnerability that allows the use of the "feDisplacementMap" filter on cross-origin images in Firefox versions prior to 50.

2

How does CVE-2016-9077 affect Firefox users?

Firefox users who have a version prior to 50 are affected by CVE-2016-9077.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9077?

CVE-2016-9077 has a severity rating of high (7) based on its impact.

4

How can I fix the CVE-2016-9077 vulnerability?

Update your Firefox browser to version 50 or later to patch the CVE-2016-9077 vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-9077?

You can find more information about CVE-2016-9077 in the following references: [Bugzilla](https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1298552), [Mozilla Security Advisory](https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2016-89/), [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94337).

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