CVE-2026-92238
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.57%
Last modified
CVE-2026-92238 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A maliciously constructed mail header could lead to multiple fields being parsed as one, or potential memory safety violations. This vulnerability was fixed in Thunderbird 156, Thunderbird 140.16, and Thunderbird 153.3.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A maliciously constructed mail header could lead to multiple fields being parsed as one, or potential memory safety violations. This vulnerability was fixed in Thunderbird 156, Thunderbird 140.16, and Thunderbird 153.3.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | < 140.16.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | >= 141.0, < 153.3.0 |
| Mozilla | Thunderbird | >= 154.0, < 156.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2060601Permissions Required
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-94/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-95/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.mozilla.org/security/advisories/mfsa2026-96/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-92238?
A maliciously constructed mail header could lead to multiple fields being parsed as one, or potential memory safety violations. This vulnerability was fixed in Thunderbird 156, Thunderbird 140.16, and Thunderbird 153.3.
How severe is CVE-2026-92238?
CVE-2026-92238 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-92238?
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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