Vulnerability identifier: #VU46020
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-451
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Mozilla Firefox
Client/Desktop applications /
Web browsers
Vendor: Mozilla
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform spoofing attack.
The vulnerability exists due to Firefox does not reset the address bar after the beforeunload dialog is shown if the
user chooses to remain on the page. As a result, an incorrect URL is shown in the address bar.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Mozilla Firefox: 70.0 - 79.0
External links
http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2020-36/
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.