CVE-2015-0816
First published: Wed Apr 01 2015(Updated: )
Mozilla Firefox before 37.0, Firefox ESR 31.x before 31.6, and Thunderbird before 31.6 do not properly restrict resource: URLs, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code with chrome privileges by leveraging the ability to bypass the Same Origin Policy, as demonstrated by the resource: URL associated with PDF.js.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | <=36.0.4 | |
| Firefox ESR | <=31.5.3 | |
| Thunderbird | <=31.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-04/msg00003.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-04/msg00006.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-05/msg00012.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-07/msg00031.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0766.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0771.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3211
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3212
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2015/mfsa2015-33.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinapr2015-2511959.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/73461
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031996
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032000
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2550-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2552-1
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1144991
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201512-10
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/37958/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0816?
CVE-2015-0816 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution through JavaScript with elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0816?
To fix CVE-2015-0816, update Mozilla Firefox to version 37.0 or later, Firefox ESR to version 31.6 or later, or Thunderbird to version 31.6 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-0816?
CVE-2015-0816 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 37.0, Firefox ESR versions prior to 31.6, and Thunderbird versions prior to 31.6.
What impact does CVE-2015-0816 have on my system?
CVE-2015-0816 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code, potentially compromising system security and data integrity.
Is CVE-2015-0816 still relevant today?
While CVE-2015-0816 is an older vulnerability, it remains relevant for users who have not updated their affected software.
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