CVE-2021-29944: XSS

Published Apr 19, 2021
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Updated

Lack of escaping allowed HTML injection when a webpage was viewed in Reader View. While a Content Security Policy prevents direct code execution, HTML injection is still possible. Note: This issue only affected Firefox for Android. Other operating systems are unaffected.. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 88.

Other sources

Lack of escaping allowed HTML injection when a webpage was viewed in Reader View. While a Content Security Policy prevents direct code execution, HTML injection is still possible.Note: This issue only affected Firefox for Android. Other operating systems are unaffected.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<88
88
Mozilla Firefox<88.0

Event History

Apr 19, 2021
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Jun 24, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:20 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-29944?

The severity of CVE-2021-29944 is considered moderate due to the potential for HTML injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-29944?

To fix CVE-2021-29944, update Firefox for Android to version 88 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2021-29944?

CVE-2021-29944 specifically affects users of Firefox for Android version prior to 88.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-29944?

CVE-2021-29944 is an HTML injection vulnerability due to lack of proper escaping.

5

Can CVE-2021-29944 lead to code execution?

No, CVE-2021-29944 does not allow for direct code execution but enables HTML injection.

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