CVE-2026-6762: Spoofing issue in the DOM: Core & HTML component

Published Apr 21, 2026
·
Updated

Spoofing issue in the DOM: Core & HTML component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 150, Firefox ESR 115.35, Firefox ESR 140.10, Thunderbird 150, and Thunderbird 140.10.

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox ESR<115.35
115.35
Mozilla Firefox ESR<140.10
140.10
Mozilla Firefox<150
150
Mozilla Thunderbird<150
150
Mozilla Thunderbird<140.10
140.10
Mozilla Firefox<140.10.0
Mozilla Firefox<150.0
Mozilla Thunderbird>=140.0<140.10.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 115.35
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.10
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 150
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 150
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox ESR to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 115.35
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade Firefox ESR to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.10
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade Thunderbird to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 150
  8. Upgrade

    Upgrade Thunderbird to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 140.10

Event History

Apr 21, 2026
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·12:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:40 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 2, 58290
Event
via FIRST·01:38 PM

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-6762?

CVE-2026-6762 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability affecting specific Mozilla products.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-6762?

To fix CVE-2026-6762, update to Firefox version 150, Firefox ESR version 115.35 or 140.10, or Thunderbird version 150 or 140.10.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-6762?

CVE-2026-6762 is a spoofing issue in the DOM affecting the Core and HTML components of certain Mozilla applications.

4

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-6762?

CVE-2026-6762 affects Mozilla Firefox, Firefox ESR, and Thunderbird in specified versions.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-6762?

There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2026-6762; updating to the latest versions is the recommended action.

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