CVE-2024-0743
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.29%
Last modified
CVE-2024-0743 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An unchecked return value in TLS handshake code could have caused a potentially exploitable crash. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 122, Firefox ESR < 115.9, and Thunderbird < 115.9.. EPSS estimates a 1.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An unchecked return value in TLS handshake code could have caused a potentially exploitable crash. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 122, Firefox ESR < 115.9, and Thunderbird < 115.9.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 122.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1867408Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-01/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1867408Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-01/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-0743?
An unchecked return value in TLS handshake code could have caused a potentially exploitable crash. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 122, Firefox ESR < 115.9, and Thunderbird < 115.9.
How severe is CVE-2024-0743?
CVE-2024-0743 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-0743?
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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