Firefox automatically updates installed add-ons and plugins.

From Mozilla Firefox Security Technical Implementation Guide

Part of DTBF090 - Firefox Preferences - Addons\ plugin updates

Associated with: CCI-000381

SV-59603r1_rule Firefox automatically updates installed add-ons and plugins.

Vulnerability discussion

Set this to false to disable checking for updated versions of the Extensions/Themes. Automatic updates from untrusted sites puts the enclave at risk of attack and may override security settings.

Check content

Type "about:config" in the browser window. Verify the preference “extensions.update.enabled” is set to "false" and locked. Criteria: If the parameter is set incorrectly, then this is a finding. If this setting is not locked, then this is a finding.

Fix text

Set the preference “extensions.update.enabled” value to "false" and lock using the Mozilla.cfg file.

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