CVE-2025-54145: Scanning a malicious URL utilizing Firefox's open-text scheme with the QR code scanner could load arbitrary websites
Published Jul 22, 2025
·Updated
The QR scanner could allow arbitrary websites to be opened if a user was tricked into scanning a malicious link that leveraged Firefox's open-text URL scheme
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
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-54145?
CVE-2025-54145 has been rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploitation through a malicious QR code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-54145?
To fix CVE-2025-54145, update your Mozilla Firefox to the latest version to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-54145?
CVE-2025-54145 affects Mozilla Firefox version 141 and devices running Apple iOS.
4
What type of attack is described in CVE-2025-54145?
CVE-2025-54145 describes an attack that could allow arbitrary websites to be opened if users scan a malicious QR code.
5
Who is at risk from CVE-2025-54145?
Users of Mozilla Firefox version 141 and Apple iOS users are at risk if they scan malicious QR codes.