CVE-2015-5961
First published: Sat Aug 08 2015(Updated: )
The COPPA error page in the Accounts setup dialog in Mozilla Firefox OS before 2.2 embeds content from an external web server URL into the System process, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by spoofing that server.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla Firefox OS | <=2.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5961?
CVE-2015-5961 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5961?
To fix CVE-2015-5961, users should upgrade to Mozilla Firefox OS version 2.2 or later.
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-5961?
CVE-2015-5961 can be exploited by man-in-the-middle attackers to bypass access restrictions.
Which versions of Mozilla Firefox OS are affected by CVE-2015-5961?
CVE-2015-5961 affects Mozilla Firefox OS versions before 2.2, specifically up to 2.1.0.
What component of Mozilla Firefox OS does CVE-2015-5961 affect?
CVE-2015-5961 affects the COPPA error page in the Accounts setup dialog of Mozilla Firefox OS.
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