CVE-2026-4722
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2026-4722 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Privilege escalation in the IPC component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149 and Thunderbird 149.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Privilege escalation in the IPC component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149 and Thunderbird 149.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 149.0 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-4722?
Privilege escalation in the IPC component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 149 and Thunderbird 149.
How severe is CVE-2026-4722?
CVE-2026-4722 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-4722?
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.
How Strix Helps
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