CVE-2016-9069

Name: CVE-2016-9069
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-18T13:29:00.257+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.25%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9069 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A use-after-free in nsINode::ReplaceOrInsertBefore during DOM operations resulting in potentially exploitable crashes. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 50.. EPSS estimates a 1.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A use-after-free in nsINode::ReplaceOrInsertBefore during DOM operations resulting in potentially exploitable crashes. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 50.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.25%

65.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-416

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mozilla	Firefox	< 50.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94337Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037298Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1308922Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2016-89/Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94337Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037298Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1308922Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2016-89/Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 18, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9069?

A use-after-free in nsINode::ReplaceOrInsertBefore during DOM operations resulting in potentially exploitable crashes. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 50.

How severe is CVE-2016-9069?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9069 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9069?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-9069?

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Source: NVD / NIST