CVE-2015-8510: XSS
First published: Sat Jan 09 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the internationalization feature in the default homescreen app in Mozilla Firefox OS before 2.5 allows user-assisted remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted web site that is mishandled during "Add to home screen" bookmarking.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla Firefox OS | <=2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8510?
CVE-2015-8510 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8510?
To fix CVE-2015-8510, users should upgrade to Mozilla Firefox OS version 2.5 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-8510?
Users of Mozilla Firefox OS versions prior to 2.5 are affected by CVE-2015-8510.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8510?
CVE-2015-8510 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What can attackers achieve with CVE-2015-8510?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2015-8510 to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into the homescreen app.
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