Vulnerability Description
Privilege escalation in the DOM: Navigation component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 159 and Thunderbird 159.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2075440
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-118/
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-121/
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-118008?
CVE-2026-118008 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Privilege escalation in the DOM: Navigation component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 159 and Thunderbird 159.
How severe is CVE-2026-118008?
CVE-2026-118008 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-118008?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.