CVE-2026-92040
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2026-92040 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use-after-free in the JavaScript: WebAssembly component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 156 and Thunderbird 156.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use-after-free in the JavaScript: WebAssembly component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 156 and Thunderbird 156.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | < 156.0.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 156.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2024248Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-90/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-94/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-92040?
Use-after-free in the JavaScript: WebAssembly component. This vulnerability was fixed in Firefox 156 and Thunderbird 156.
How severe is CVE-2026-92040?
CVE-2026-92040 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-92040?
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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