CVE-2024-6605: Firefox Android missed activation delay to prevent tapjacking

Published Jul 9, 2024
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Updated

Firefox Android allowed immediate interaction with permission prompts. This could be used for tapjacking.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<128
128
Mozilla Firefox<128.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 128

Event History

Jul 9, 2024
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:25 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6605?

CVE-2024-6605 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-6605?

To fix CVE-2024-6605, update Firefox on Android to version 128 or later.

3

What specifically does CVE-2024-6605 affect?

CVE-2024-6605 affects Firefox on Android versions prior to 128.

4

What attack vector is associated with CVE-2024-6605?

CVE-2024-6605 can be exploited for tapjacking due to immediate interaction with permission prompts.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-6605?

There are no officially recommended workarounds for CVE-2024-6605, and updating is advised.

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