CVE-2025-54143: Sandboxed iframes could allow local downloads despite sandbox restrictions

Published Jul 22, 2025
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Updated

Sandboxed iframes on webpages could potentially allow downloads to the device, bypassing the expected sandbox restrictions declared on the parent page

Affected Software

3 affected components
All of the following
Mozilla Firefox=141
Apple iOS
Mozilla Firefox Iphone Os<141.0

Event History

Jul 22, 2025
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Aug 19, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:52 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54143?

CVE-2025-54143 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass sandbox restrictions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-54143?

To mitigate CVE-2025-54143, users should update their Mozilla Firefox and Apple iOS to the latest versions as patches may be included.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-54143?

CVE-2025-54143 affects Mozilla Firefox version 141 and certain versions of Apple iOS.

4

What risks does CVE-2025-54143 pose to users?

CVE-2025-54143 could allow malicious downloads to the user’s device, posing a risk to data security and system integrity.

5

Is there any workaround for CVE-2025-54143 before applying a fix?

Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2025-54143 is to refrain from using sandboxed iframes until a fix is applied.

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