CVE-2009-3010: XSS
First published: Mon Aug 31 2009(Updated: )
Mozilla Firefox 3.0.13 and earlier, 3.5, 3.6 a1 pre, and 3.7 a1 pre; SeaMonkey 1.1.17; and Mozilla 1.7.x and earlier do not properly block data: URIs in Refresh headers in HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via vectors related to (1) injecting a Refresh header that contains JavaScript sequences in a data:text/html URI or (2) entering a data:text/html URI with JavaScript sequences when specifying the content of a Refresh header. NOTE: in some product versions, the JavaScript executes outside of the context of the HTTP site.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla SeaMonkey | =1.1.17 | |
| Firefox | =3.5 | |
| Firefox | <=3.0.13 | |
| Mozilla Firefox | <=1.7.12 | |
| Firefox | =3.7-a1_prerelease | |
| Firefox | =3.6-a1_prerelease |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3010?
CVE-2009-3010 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3010?
To mitigate CVE-2009-3010, users should update their Mozilla Firefox, SeaMonkey, or Mozilla applications to the latest versions that address this vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-3010?
CVE-2009-3010 affects Mozilla Firefox versions up to 3.0.13, 3.5, 3.6 a1 pre, 3.7 a1 pre, SeaMonkey 1.1.17, and Mozilla 1.7.x and earlier.
What type of attack does CVE-2009-3010 allow?
CVE-2009-3010 allows attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by exploiting improper handling of data: URIs in Refresh headers.
Is CVE-2009-3010 a vulnerability specific to Firefox only?
No, CVE-2009-3010 also affects SeaMonkey and certain versions of Mozilla, making it a broader issue than just Firefox.
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