CVE-2015-2744: XSS

Published Aug 8, 2015
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Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Search app in Gaia in Mozilla Firefox OS before 2.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary HTML via a crafted search link that is mishandled after re-opening the browser or opening the tab view.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Mozilla Firefox OS<=2.1.0

Event History

Aug 8, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2744?

CVE-2015-2744 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-2744?

To mitigate CVE-2015-2744, upgrade to Mozilla Firefox OS version 2.2 or later.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2015-2744 enable?

CVE-2015-2744 can enable remote attackers to inject arbitrary HTML into the web page via a crafted search link.

4

Which versions of Mozilla Firefox OS are affected by CVE-2015-2744?

CVE-2015-2744 affects versions of Mozilla Firefox OS prior to 2.2, including all versions up to 2.1.0.

5

What impact does CVE-2015-2744 have on users?

Users affected by CVE-2015-2744 may be exposed to malicious scripts that can manipulate or steal information from the browser.

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