CVE-2026-74985
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2026-74985 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Privilege escalation in the Enterprise Policies component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 154, Firefox ESR 153.1, Thunderbird 154, and Thunderbird 153.1.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Privilege escalation in the Enterprise Policies component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 154, Firefox ESR 153.1, Thunderbird 154, and Thunderbird 153.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | All versions |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Undergoing Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-74985?
Privilege escalation in the Enterprise Policies component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 154, Firefox ESR 153.1, Thunderbird 154, and Thunderbird 153.1.
How severe is CVE-2026-74985?
CVE-2026-74985 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-74985?
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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