CVE-2021-29968
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.83%
Last modified
CVE-2021-29968 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. When drawing text onto a canvas with WebRender disabled, an out of bounds read could occur. *This bug only affects Firefox on Windows. EPSS estimates a 0.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
When drawing text onto a canvas with WebRender disabled, an out of bounds read could occur. *This bug only affects Firefox on Windows. Other operating systems are unaffected.*. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 89.0.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 89.0.1 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1712047Issue Tracking, Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2021-27/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1712047Issue Tracking, Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2021-27/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-29968?
When drawing text onto a canvas with WebRender disabled, an out of bounds read could occur. *This bug only affects Firefox on Windows. Other operating systems are unaffected.*. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 89.0.1.
How severe is CVE-2021-29968?
CVE-2021-29968 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29968?
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-2021-29968?
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