CVE-2005-0231
UnknownEPSS 2.67%
Last modified
CVE-2005-0231 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Firefox 1.0 does not invoke the Javascript Security Manager when a user drags a javascript: or data: URL to a tab, which allows remote attackers to bypass the security model, aka "firetabbing.". EPSS estimates a 2.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Firefox 1.0 does not invoke the Javascript Security Manager when a user drags a javascript: or data: URL to a tab, which allows remote attackers to bypass the security model, aka "firetabbing."
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | 1.0 |
References
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-10.xmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-30.xmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mikx.de/firetabbing/Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/mfsa2005-26.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_16_mozilla_firefox.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=280056Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-10.xmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200503-30.xmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mikx.de/firetabbing/Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/mfsa2005-26.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2005_16_mozilla_firefox.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=280056Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2005-0231?
Firefox 1.0 does not invoke the Javascript Security Manager when a user drags a javascript: or data: URL to a tab, which allows remote attackers to bypass the security model, aka "firetabbing."
How severe is CVE-2005-0231?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0231 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0231?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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