CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-17003: XSS

First published: Thu Feb 16 2023(Updated: )

Scanning a QR code that contained a javascript: URL would have resulted in the Javascript being executed.

Credit: security@mozilla.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mozilla Firefox<=25.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-17003?

    CVE-2019-17003 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-17003?

    To remediate CVE-2019-17003, users should update Mozilla Firefox to the latest version beyond 25.0.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2019-17003?

    CVE-2019-17003 affects Mozilla Firefox versions up to and including 25.0 on iPhone OS.

  • What happens if I scan a QR code containing a javascript: URL in CVE-2019-17003?

    Scanning such a QR code could lead to unauthorized JavaScript execution within the browser.

  • Is CVE-2019-17003 specific to any device?

    Yes, CVE-2019-17003 specifically affects the iPhone OS version of Mozilla Firefox.

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