CVE-2025-8038
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2025-8038 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Thunderbird ignored paths when checking the validity of navigations in a frame. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 141, Firefox ESR 140.1, Thunderbird 141, and Thunderbird 140.1.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Thunderbird ignored paths when checking the validity of navigations in a frame. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 141, Firefox ESR 140.1, Thunderbird 141, and Thunderbird 140.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 140.1.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 141.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 140.1.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 141.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1808979Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2025-56/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2025-59/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2025-61/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2025-63/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-8038?
Thunderbird ignored paths when checking the validity of navigations in a frame. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 141, Firefox ESR 140.1, Thunderbird 141, and Thunderbird 140.1.
How severe is CVE-2025-8038?
CVE-2025-8038 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-8038?
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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