CVE-2016-9075
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Summary
An issue where WebExtensions can use the mozAddonManager API to elevate privilege due to privileged pages being allowed in the permissions list. This allows a malicious extension to then install additional extensions without explicit user permission. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 50.
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version Range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | unspecified < 50 | affected |
Weaknesses
- WebExtensions can access the mozAddonManager API and use it to gain elevated privileges
ADP Enrichment
CVE Program Container
Additional References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1295324
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94337
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037298
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2016-89/
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1295324
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94337
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037298
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2016-89/
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