CVE-2025-5264: Potential local code execution in “Copy as cURL” command

Published May 27, 2025
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Updated

Due to insufficient escaping of the newline character in the “Copy as cURL” feature, an attacker could trick a user into using this command, potentially leading to local code execution on the user's system.

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<139
Mozilla Firefox ESR<115.24, <128.11
Mozilla Thunderbird<128.11
128.11
Mozilla Thunderbird<139
139
Mozilla Firefox<139
139
Mozilla Firefox ESR<115.24
115.24
Mozilla Firefox ESR<128.11
128.11
Mozilla Firefox<115.24.0
Mozilla Firefox<139.0
Mozilla Firefox>=116.0<128.11.0

Event History

May 27, 2025
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Updated
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Affected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:29 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-5264?

CVE-2025-5264 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for local code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-5264?

To fix CVE-2025-5264, update Mozilla Firefox to version 139 or Firefox ESR to version 115.24 or 128.11.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-5264?

CVE-2025-5264 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 139 and Firefox ESR versions prior to 115.24 and 128.11.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-5264?

CVE-2025-5264 is a command injection vulnerability due to insufficient escaping of newline characters.

5

Can CVE-2025-5264 lead to remote attacks?

CVE-2025-5264 does not directly allow remote attacks but can lead to local code execution if exploited.

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