CVE-2020-6810: Medium severity Mozilla Firefox vulnerability
After a website had entered fullscreen mode, it could have used a previously opened popup to obscure the notification that indicates the browser is in fullscreen mode. Combined with spoofing the browser chrome, this could have led to confusing the user about the current origin of the page and credential theft or other attacks.
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Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-6810?
CVE-2020-6810 is a vulnerability that allows a website in fullscreen mode to obscure the notification indicating the browser is in fullscreen mode, potentially leading to confusion about the origin of the page and credentials.
Which software is affected by CVE-2020-6810?
Mozilla Firefox versions up to and including 74 are affected by CVE-2020-6810.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-6810?
CVE-2020-6810 has a severity level of medium.
How can I fix CVE-2020-6810?
To fix CVE-2020-6810, update your Mozilla Firefox browser to version 74 or newer.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-6810?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-6810 on the Mozilla Bugzilla and Mozilla Security Advisories websites.