CVE-2021-29978

Multiple low security issues were discovered and fixed in a security audit of Mozilla VPN 2.x branch as part of a 3rd party security audit

published August 5, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A few low-key issues have been uncovered in Mozilla VPN versions before 2.3! It’s not earth-shattering, but better safe than sorry! 🔒 Think of it as finding a small crack in the foundation of a house. It’s not going to collapse today, but if left unattended, it could lead to bigger problems down the line. While these vulnerabilities might seem minor, they could open the door to potential security risks for users reliant on Mozilla VPN. Imagine someone peeking through that crack and accessing sensitive information — definitely not ideal!

Put simply

Think of it as finding a small crack in the foundation of a house. It’s not going to collapse today, but if left unattended, it could lead to bigger problems down the line. The security audit for Mozilla VPN 2.x revealed multiple low-severity issues, all affecting versions prior to 2.3. While these flaws might not be immediately exploitable, they could compromise user privacy if left unaddressed.

What to do

While these vulnerabilities might seem minor, they could open the door to potential security risks for users reliant on Mozilla VPN. Imagine someone peeking through that crack and accessing sensitive information — definitely not ideal! Update Mozilla VPN to version 2.3 or later to ensure you have the latest security fixes. Additionally, stay informed about future updates to protect your privacy better. You’ve got this! By taking action now, you can keep your online adventures safe and secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02780 · 86.3th percentile
Published
2021-08-05T19:45Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 AUG 19:45Z
    Multiple low security issues were discovered and fixed in a security audit of Mozilla VPN 2.x branch as part of a 3rd party security audit
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