CVE-2020-6824 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2020-6824, a Firefox vulnerability allowing identical passwords on the same site in private browsing sessions. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
A vulnerability in Firefox < 75 could lead to generated passwords being identical on the same site between separate private browsing sessions.
Understanding CVE-2020-6824
What is CVE-2020-6824?
The vulnerability arises when a user generates passwords for a site in a Private Browsing Window, leading to identical passwords in subsequent sessions.
The Impact of CVE-2020-6824
This issue could compromise user security and privacy by exposing identical passwords across private browsing sessions.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-6824
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows for the generation of identical passwords on the same site in separate private browsing sessions.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Firefox
- Vendor: Mozilla
- Versions Affected: < 75
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability occurs when a user generates passwords in a Private Browsing Window and revisits the same site in a new Private Browsing Window.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Firefox to a version higher than 75 to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Avoid generating passwords in Private Browsing Windows.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Use a password manager to generate and store unique passwords.
- Regularly update browsers and security software.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches and updates provided by Mozilla to address the vulnerability.