CVE-2025-11716
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Publication date: 2025-10-14

Last updated on: 2026-04-13

Assigner: Mozilla Corporation

Description
Links in a sandboxed iframe could open an external app on Android without the required "allow-" permission. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 144 and Thunderbird 144.
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Published
2025-10-14
Last Modified
2026-04-13
Generated
2026-06-16
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2025-10-14
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
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CVE-2025-11716
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Vendor Product Version / Range
mozilla thunderbird to 140.0 (inc)
google android *
mozilla firefox From 60.9.0 (exc)
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CWE-284 The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability occurs when links inside a sandboxed iframe on Android devices can open an external application without having the necessary "allow-" permission. It affects Firefox and Thunderbird versions earlier than 144.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability could allow a malicious link within a sandboxed iframe to launch external applications on an Android device without user consent or proper permission. This could lead to unauthorized app launches, potentially exposing the user to further attacks or privacy risks.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update Firefox and Thunderbird to version 144 or later, as the issue affects versions prior to 144 and is fixed in 144.

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