CVE-2022-31743: XSS
First published: Tue May 31 2022(Updated: )
Firefox's HTML parser did not correctly interpret HTML comment tags, resulting in an incongruity with other browsers. This could have been used to escape HTML comments on pages that put user-controlled data in them.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | <101 | 101 |
| Firefox | <101.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-31743?
CVE-2022-31743 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for HTML comment escaping.
How do I fix CVE-2022-31743?
To remediate CVE-2022-31743, upgrade to Mozilla Firefox version 101 or later.
What impact does CVE-2022-31743 have on web security?
CVE-2022-31743 can lead to XSS vulnerabilities by allowing attackers to manipulate HTML comments.
Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2022-31743?
CVE-2022-31743 affects all versions of Mozilla Firefox prior to version 101.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-31743?
There is no known workaround for CVE-2022-31743 other than upgrading to a secure version of Firefox.
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