CVE-2026-4716
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2026-4716 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect boundary conditions, uninitialized memory in the JavaScript Engine component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149, Firefox ESR 140.9, Thunderbird 149, and Thunderbird 140.9.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Incorrect boundary conditions, uninitialized memory in the JavaScript Engine component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149, Firefox ESR 140.9, Thunderbird 149, and Thunderbird 140.9.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 140.9.0 |
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 149.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2018592Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-20/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-22/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-4716?
Incorrect boundary conditions, uninitialized memory in the JavaScript Engine component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149, Firefox ESR 140.9, Thunderbird 149, and Thunderbird 140.9.
How severe is CVE-2026-4716?
CVE-2026-4716 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-4716?
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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