CVE-2009-0253: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-0253: Mozilla Firefox 3.0.5 allows remote attackers to trick a user into visiting an arbitrary URL via an onclick...

Mozilla Firefox 3.0.5 allows remote attackers to trick a user into visiting an arbitrary URL via an onclick action that moves a crafted element to the current mouse position, related to a "Status Bar Obfuscation" and "Clickjacking" attack.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 04:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy Mozilla Firefox 3.0.5 browser issue that could mislead a user about what link they are clicking. The risk is primarily phishing or forced navigation, not documented code execution. Business urgency depends on whether any managed systems still run this obsolete browser. Likely exposure is limited to endpoints or legacy environments still using Mozilla Firefox 3.0.5. The provided affected data is sparse and does not identify additional versions, platforms, or products. Modern environments should verify whether this browser version exists anywhere in production, kiosks, labs, or archived images. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless Firefox 3.0.5 is still present. If found, prioritize removal or isolation because the browser is obsolete and public exploit material is referenced. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove Mozilla Firefox 3.0.5 from managed endpoints.; Upgrade affected systems using vendor-supported Firefox guidance.; Restrict legacy browsers from accessing the internet where removal is delayed..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 22, 2009, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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7842CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
firefox-onclickaction-click-hijacking(48212)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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