CVE-2016-2805
UnknownEPSS 4.65%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2805 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox ESR 38.x before 38.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.. EPSS estimates a 4.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unspecified vulnerability in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox ESR 38.x before 38.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.0.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.0.5 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.1.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.1.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.2.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.2.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.3.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.4.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.5.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.5.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.6.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.6.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.7.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 38.7.1 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2805?
Unspecified vulnerability in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox ESR 38.x before 38.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2016-2805?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2805 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2805?
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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