CVE-2018-5113: High severity firefox vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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The "browser.identity.launchWebAuthFlow" function of WebExtensions is only allowed to load content over "https:" but this requirement was not properly enforced. This can potentially allow privileged pages to be loaded by the extension. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 58.
— Launchpad
The browser.identity.launchWebAuthFlow function of WebExtensions is only allowed to load content over https: but this requirement was not properly enforced. This can potentially allow privileged pages to be loaded by the extension.
Affected Software
Event History
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
- CVE-2018-5091
- CVE-2018-5092
- CVE-2018-5093
- CVE-2018-5094
- CVE-2018-5095
- CVE-2018-5097
- CVE-2018-5098
- CVE-2018-5099
- CVE-2018-5100
- CVE-2018-5101
- CVE-2018-5102
- CVE-2018-5103
- CVE-2018-5104
- CVE-2018-5105
- CVE-2018-5106
- CVE-2018-5107
- CVE-2018-5108
- CVE-2018-5109
- CVE-2018-5110
- CVE-2018-5111
- CVE-2018-5112
- CVE-2018-5113
- CVE-2018-5114
- CVE-2018-5115
- CVE-2018-5116
- CVE-2018-5117
- CVE-2018-5118
- CVE-2018-5119
- CVE-2018-5121
- CVE-2018-5122
- CVE-2018-5090
- CVE-2018-5089
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5113?
CVE-2018-5113 is a vulnerability in the "browser.identity.launchWebAuthFlow" function of WebExtensions in Firefox < 58 that allows privileged pages to be loaded by the extension when content is loaded over HTTP.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-5113?
Firefox versions before 58 are affected by CVE-2018-5113.
How severe is CVE-2018-5113?
CVE-2018-5113 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).
How can I fix CVE-2018-5113?
To fix CVE-2018-5113, update your Firefox browser to version 58 or higher.
Where can I get more information about CVE-2018-5113?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-5113 on the Mozilla Bugzilla page and the Mozilla Security Advisories page.