CVE-2016-2825
UnknownEPSS 1.70%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2825 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mozilla Firefox before 47.0 allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and modify the location.host property via an invalid data: URL.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mozilla Firefox before 47.0 allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and modify the location.host property via an invalid data: URL.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 15.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Opensuse | Leap | 42.1 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.1 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 46.0.1 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2825?
Mozilla Firefox before 47.0 allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and modify the location.host property via an invalid data: URL.
How severe is CVE-2016-2825?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2825 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2825?
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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