CVE-2017-5389
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Summary
WebExtensions could use the "mozAddonManager" API by modifying the CSP headers on sites with the appropriate permissions and then using host requests to redirect script loads to a malicious site. This allows a malicious extension to then install additional extensions without explicit user permission. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 51.
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version Range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | unspecified < 51 | affected |
Weaknesses
- WebExtensions can install additional add-ons via modified host requests
ADP Enrichment
CVE Program Container
Additional References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037693
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-01/
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1308688
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95763
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037693
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2017-01/
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1308688
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95763
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