CVE-2026-92239
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2026-92239 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A maliciously constructed IMAP line could cause an out-of-bounds buffer read. This vulnerability was fixed in Thunderbird 156, Thunderbird 140.16, and Thunderbird 153.3.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A maliciously constructed IMAP line could cause an out-of-bounds buffer read. 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=2060488Permissions 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-2026-92239?
A maliciously constructed IMAP line could cause an out-of-bounds buffer read. This vulnerability was fixed in Thunderbird 156, Thunderbird 140.16, and Thunderbird 153.3.
How severe is CVE-2026-92239?
CVE-2026-92239 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-92239?
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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