CVE-2016-5275

Name: CVE-2016-5275
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-22T22:59:08.973+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.12%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5275 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the mozilla::gfx::FilterSupport::ComputeSourceNeededRegions function in Mozilla Firefox before 49.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging improper interaction between empty filters and CANVAS element rendering.. EPSS estimates a 3.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the mozilla::gfx::FilterSupport::ComputeSourceNeededRegions function in Mozilla Firefox before 49.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging improper interaction between empty filters and CANVAS element rendering.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.12%

86.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mozilla	Firefox	<= 48.0.2

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 22, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5275?

How severe is CVE-2016-5275?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5275 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5275?

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Source: NVD / NIST