CVE-2016-5256
UnknownEPSS 3.84%
Last modified
CVE-2016-5256 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox before 49.0 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.. EPSS estimates a 3.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox before 49.0 allow 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 | <= 48.0.2 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1268034Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1276413Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1282746Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1290244Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1296078Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1296087Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1297099Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1268034Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1276413Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1282746Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1290244Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1296078Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1296087Issue Tracking
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1297099Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5256?
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox before 49.0 allow 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-2016-5256?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5256 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5256?
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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