CVE-2022-34475: XSS
First published: Tue Jun 28 2022(Updated: )
SVG <code><use></code> tags that referenced a same-origin document could have resulted in script execution if attacker input was sanitized via the HTML Sanitizer API. This would have required the attacker to reference a same-origin JavaScript file containing the script to be executed. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 102.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | <102 | 102 |
| Firefox | <102.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-34475?
CVE-2022-34475 is classified as a high severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-34475?
To fix CVE-2022-34475, update Mozilla Firefox to version 102.0 or later.
What impact does CVE-2022-34475 have on users?
CVE-2022-34475 could allow attackers to execute scripts through malicious SVG <code><use></code> tags.
Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2022-34475?
CVE-2022-34475 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 102.0.
Is the HTML Sanitizer API involved in CVE-2022-34475?
Yes, the HTML Sanitizer API plays a role in the vulnerability by potentially sanitizing attacker input.
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