CVE-2026-16397
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Clickjacking in Firefox for Android WebExtensions

Publication date: 2026-07-21

Last updated on: 2026-07-21

Assigner: Mozilla Corporation

Description
Clickjacking issue in the WebExtensions component in Firefox for Android. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 153.

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Published
2026-07-21
Last Modified
2026-07-21
Generated
2026-07-21
AI Q&A
2026-07-21
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-16397
EUVD
EUVD-2026-46235

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mozilla firefox 153

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This is a clickjacking vulnerability in Firefox for Android's WebExtensions component. Clickjacking occurs when an attacker tricks a user into clicking something different from what the user perceives, potentially allowing unauthorized actions.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to trick users into performing unintended actions on websites or extensions, such as enabling malicious extensions or granting permissions without their knowledge.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability does not directly affect compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or similar standards as it is a clickjacking issue in Firefox for Android's WebExtensions component. Compliance implications would depend on how the vulnerability is exploited in a specific environment.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Firefox for Android to version 153 or later to address the clickjacking vulnerability in the WebExtensions component.

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