WebAPI/Security/Settings
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Settings API
Brief purpose of API: API to configure device settings
General Use Cases: None
Inherent threats:
- Access sensitive configuration data (WiFi passwords etc)
- Change settings which might cost user money (data settings, roaming etc)
- Privacy implications
Threat severity: High
References:
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=678695
- Security discussion: https://groups.google.com/d/topic/mozilla.dev.webapps/jkzLINWWiQA/discussion
Permissions Table
| Type | Use Cases | Authorization Model | Notes & Other Controls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web Content | None | No access | |
| Installed Web Apps | None | No access | |
| Privileged Web Apps | None | No access | |
| Certified Web Apps | Settings manager app | Implicit |
