CVE-2015-2726

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox before 39.0 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory…

published July 6, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A classic case of unknown vulnerabilities lurking in Mozilla Firefox—before version 39.0, attackers could pull off a denial of service with a little mischief! Think of it like an overfilled water balloon in a game of catch—one little squeeze, and it can burst, causing chaos! This is how memory corruption can lead to crashes, making your browser unusable. If exploited, these vulnerabilities could cause your browser to crash, leaving users frustrated. In the worst-case scenario, an attacker might even execute arbitrary code, which is like a visitor breaking into your house by just causing a commotion at the front door.

Put simply

Think of it like an overfilled water balloon in a game of catch—one little squeeze, and it can burst, causing chaos! This is how memory corruption can lead to crashes, making your browser unusable. This issue is tied to multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the Firefox browser engine. They allow for memory corruption, leading to potential crashes or the execution of malicious code via unknown vectors.

What to do

If exploited, these vulnerabilities could cause your browser to crash, leaving users frustrated. In the worst-case scenario, an attacker might even execute arbitrary code, which is like a visitor breaking into your house by just causing a commotion at the front door. To protect your systems, update Mozilla Firefox to the latest version immediately. Regular updates help close any gaps that attackers might exploit. Staying vigilant will keep your browsing experience secure! You've got this! Keep your browser updated, and you'll be surfing safely in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06013 · 93.3th percentile
Published
2015-07-06T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 JUL 01:00Z
    Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox before 39.0 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory…
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