Vulnerability Description
Opera before 12.13 does not send CORS preflight requests in all required cases, which allows remote attackers to bypass a CSRF protection mechanism via a crafted web site that triggers a CORS request.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | Opera Browser | <= 12.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-02/msg00038.html
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/unified/1213/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/1045/Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-02/msg00038.html
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/unified/1213/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/1045/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-1639?
CVE-2013-1639 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Opera before 12.13 does not send CORS preflight requests in all required cases, which allows remote attackers to bypass a CSRF protection mechanism via a crafted web site that triggers a CORS request.
How severe is CVE-2013-1639?
CVE-2013-1639 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-1639?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opera Opera Browser.