Vulnerability Description
In some instances, the user-agent would allow push requests which lacked a valid VAPID even though the push manager subscription defined one. This could allow empty messages to be sent from unauthorized parties. *This bug only affects Firefox on Android.* This vulnerability affects Firefox < 121.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 121.0 |
| Android | - |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1865488Issue TrackingPermissions Required
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202401-10Third Party Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2023-56/Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1865488Issue TrackingPermissions Required
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202401-10Third Party Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2023-56/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-6868?
CVE-2023-6868 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). In some instances, the user-agent would allow push requests which lacked a valid VAPID even though the push manager subscription defined one. This could allow empty messages to be sent from unauthoriz...
How severe is CVE-2023-6868?
CVE-2023-6868 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-6868?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mozilla Firefox, Google Android.