CVE-2014-1504: XSS
The session-restore feature in Mozilla Firefox before 28.0 and SeaMonkey before 2.25 does not consider the Content Security Policy of a data: URL, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via a crafted document that is accessed after a browser restart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1504?
CVE-2014-1504 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1504?
To fix CVE-2014-1504, users should upgrade to Mozilla Firefox version 28.0 or later and SeaMonkey version 2.25 or later.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2014-1504?
CVE-2014-1504 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 28.0 and SeaMonkey versions prior to 2.25, as well as certain openSUSE and Oracle Solaris versions.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-1504 facilitate?
CVE-2014-1504 facilitates cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks through improper handling of the Content Security Policy of data: URLs.
Is CVE-2014-1504 still relevant today?
While CVE-2014-1504 has been mitigated in later software releases, any unpatched systems running the affected software versions remain vulnerable.