CVE-2020-12396

Mozilla developers and community members reported memory safety bugs present in Firefox 75

published May 26, 2020

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ Memory safety bugs are lurking in Firefox 75! These vulnerabilities can cause memory corruption, and while they haven't been exploited yet, the door is slightly ajar to potential chaos. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a few ingredients didn't get labeled properly. If a chef isn't careful, they might mix in something unexpected that could ruin the whole dish โ€” or worse, make someone sick! An attacker could potentially exploit these memory corruption issues to run arbitrary code, which is like giving them the chef's hat and allowing them to create their own recipes. While no known exploits have been reported, the potential for abuse could lead to a compromised browser experience, opening the door to further attacks.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a few ingredients didn't get labeled properly. If a chef isn't careful, they might mix in something unexpected that could ruin the whole dish โ€” or worse, make someone sick! This vulnerability arises from memory safety bugs in Firefox 75, allowing for possible memory corruption that could lead to executing arbitrary code. Essentially, it's a slippery slope where unexpected input could result in unexpected behavior.

What to do

An attacker could potentially exploit these memory corruption issues to run arbitrary code, which is like giving them the chef's hat and allowing them to create their own recipes. While no known exploits have been reported, the potential for abuse could lead to a compromised browser experience, opening the door to further attacks. Upgrade to Firefox 76 or later to ensure you are protected against these memory safety issues. Regularly check for updates and keep your browser patched to maintain optimal security. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ You've got this! By staying proactive and updating your software, you can shield yourself from potential threats. Keep fighting the good fight! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01676 ยท 76.7th percentile
Published
2020-05-26T16:58Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 MAY 16:58Z
    Mozilla developers and community members reported memory safety bugs present in Firefox 75
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