CVE-2025-55029: Malicious scripts could spam popups for denial of service attacks
Published Aug 19, 2025
·Updated
Malicious scripts could bypass the popup blocker to spam new tabs, potentially resulting in denial of service attacks
Affected Software
3 affected components
All of the following
Mozilla Firefox=142
Apple iOS
Mozilla Firefox Iphone Os<142.0
Event History
Aug 19, 2025
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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-2025-55029?
CVE-2025-55029 has a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service attacks through spammed new tabs.
2
How does CVE-2025-55029 exploit vulnerabilities?
CVE-2025-55029 exploits vulnerabilities by allowing malicious scripts to bypass the popup blocker.
3
Which software is affected by CVE-2025-55029?
CVE-2025-55029 affects Mozilla Firefox version 142 and Apple iOS.
4
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-55029?
The potential impacts of CVE-2025-55029 include disruption of user experience and system performance due to spamming new tabs.
5
How can I mitigate CVE-2025-55029?
To mitigate CVE-2025-55029, users should update their software to the latest versions that address this vulnerability.