CVE-2016-2828
UnknownEPSS 3.03%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2828 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in Mozilla Firefox before 47.0 and Firefox ESR 45.x before 45.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via WebGL content that triggers texture access after destruction of the texture's recycle pool.. EPSS estimates a 3.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in Mozilla Firefox before 47.0 and Firefox ESR 45.x before 45.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via WebGL content that triggers texture access after destruction of the texture's recycle pool.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 15.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Opensuse | Leap | 42.1 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.1 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 46.0.1 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 45.1.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | 45.1.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2828?
Use-after-free vulnerability in Mozilla Firefox before 47.0 and Firefox ESR 45.x before 45.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via WebGL content that triggers texture access after destruction of the texture's recycle pool.
How severe is CVE-2016-2828?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2828 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2828?
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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