CVE-2020-15651
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.58%
Last modified
CVE-2020-15651 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A unicode RTL order character in the downloaded file name can be used to change the file's name during the download UI flow to change the file extension. This vulnerability affects Firefox for iOS < 28.. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A unicode RTL order character in the downloaded file name can be used to change the file's name during the download UI flow to change the file extension. This vulnerability affects Firefox for iOS < 28.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 28.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1649160Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2020-34/Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1649160Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2020-34/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-15651?
A unicode RTL order character in the downloaded file name can be used to change the file's name during the download UI flow to change the file extension. This vulnerability affects Firefox for iOS < 28.
How severe is CVE-2020-15651?
CVE-2020-15651 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15651?
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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