CVE-2024-3857
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2024-3857 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The JIT created incorrect code for arguments in certain cases. This led to potential use-after-free crashes during garbage collection. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The JIT created incorrect code for arguments in certain cases. This led to potential use-after-free crashes during garbage collection. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 125, Firefox ESR < 115.10, and Thunderbird < 115.10.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 115.10 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 125.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 115.10 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1886683Issue Tracking
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/04/msg00012.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/04/msg00013.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-18/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-19/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-20/Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1886683Issue Tracking
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/04/msg00012.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/04/msg00013.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-18/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-19/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-20/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-3857?
The JIT created incorrect code for arguments in certain cases. This led to potential use-after-free crashes during garbage collection. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 125, Firefox ESR < 115.10, and Thunderbird < 115.10.
How severe is CVE-2024-3857?
CVE-2024-3857 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3857?
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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