CVE-2026-12316
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2026-12316 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Mitigation bypass in the DOM: Security component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 152 and Thunderbird 152.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mitigation bypass in the DOM: Security component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 152 and Thunderbird 152.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 152.0.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 152.0.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2045496Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-57/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-60/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-12316?
Mitigation bypass in the DOM: Security component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 152 and Thunderbird 152.
How severe is CVE-2026-12316?
CVE-2026-12316 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-12316?
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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