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CVE-2006-6499

UnknownEPSS 3.72%

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CVE-2006-6499 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The js_dtoa function in Mozilla Firefox 2.x before 2.0.0.1, 1.5.x before 1.5.0.9, Thunderbird before 1.5.0.9, and SeaMonkey before 1.0.7 overwrites memory instead of exiting when the floating point precision is reduced, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via any plugins that reduce the precision.. EPSS estimates a 3.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The js_dtoa function in Mozilla Firefox 2.x before 2.0.0.1, 1.5.x before 1.5.0.9, Thunderbird before 1.5.0.9, and SeaMonkey before 1.0.7 overwrites memory instead of exiting when the floating point precision is reduced, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via any plugins that reduce the precision.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.72%

88.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MozillaFirefox>= 1.5, < 1.5.0.9
MozillaFirefox>= 2.0, < 2.0.0.1
MozillaSeamonkey< 1.0.7
MozillaThunderbird< 1.5.0.9
DebianDebian Linux3.1
DebianDebian Linux4.0
CanonicalUbuntu Linux5.10
CanonicalUbuntu Linux6.06
CanonicalUbuntu Linux6.10

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6499?
The js_dtoa function in Mozilla Firefox 2.x before 2.0.0.1, 1.5.x before 1.5.0.9, Thunderbird before 1.5.0.9, and SeaMonkey before 1.0.7 overwrites memory instead of exiting when the floating point precision is reduced, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via any plugins that reduce the precision.
How severe is CVE-2006-6499?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6499 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6499?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST