CVE-2016-2833: XSS
Mozilla Firefox before 47.0 ignores Content Security Policy (CSP) directives for cross-domain Java applets, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via a crafted applet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2833?
CVE-2016-2833 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2833?
To mitigate CVE-2016-2833, it is recommended to update Mozilla Firefox to version 47.0 or later.
Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2016-2833?
CVE-2016-2833 affects all versions of Mozilla Firefox prior to 47.0.
Which operating systems are impacted by CVE-2016-2833?
CVE-2016-2833 impacts multiple operating systems that run unaffected versions of Mozilla Firefox, including Ubuntu and openSUSE.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-2833 enable?
CVE-2016-2833 enables remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via crafted Java applets.