CVE-2024-7520
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2024-7520 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A type confusion bug in WebAssembly could be leveraged by an attacker to potentially achieve code execution. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 129, Firefox ESR < 128.1, and Thunderbird < 128.1.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A type confusion bug in WebAssembly could be leveraged by an attacker to potentially achieve code execution. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 129, Firefox ESR < 128.1, and Thunderbird < 128.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 129.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox Esr | < 128.1.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 128.1.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1903041Issue Tracking, Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-33/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-35/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2024-37/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-7520?
A type confusion bug in WebAssembly could be leveraged by an attacker to potentially achieve code execution. This vulnerability affects Firefox < 129, Firefox ESR < 128.1, and Thunderbird < 128.1.
How severe is CVE-2024-7520?
CVE-2024-7520 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7520?
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-2024-7520?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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