CVE-2024-5694
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2024-5694 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An attacker could have caused a use-after-free in the JavaScript engine to read memory in the JavaScript string section of the heap. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 127.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An attacker could have caused a use-after-free in the JavaScript engine to read memory in the JavaScript string section of the heap. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 127.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 127.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1895055Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-25/Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1895055Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-25/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-5694?
An attacker could have caused a use-after-free in the JavaScript engine to read memory in the JavaScript string section of the heap. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 127.
How severe is CVE-2024-5694?
CVE-2024-5694 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5694?
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-2024-5694?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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