CVE-2012-4182: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in the nsTextEditRules::WillInsert function in Mozilla Firefox before 16.0, Firefox ESR 10.x before 10.0.8, Thunderbird before 16.0, Thunderbird ESR 10.x before 10.0.8, and SeaMonkey before 2.13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (heap memory corruption) via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4182?
CVE-2012-4182 is rated as a critical vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4182?
To fix CVE-2012-4182, it is recommended to update to Firefox version 16.0 or later, Thunderbird version 16.0 or later, or appropriate ESR versions.
Which software is affected by CVE-2012-4182?
CVE-2012-4182 affects multiple versions of Mozilla Firefox, Thunderbird, Thunderbird ESR, and SeaMonkey.
Can CVE-2012-4182 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-4182 can be exploited remotely by attackers.
What are potential impacts of CVE-2012-4182?
The potential impacts of CVE-2012-4182 include execution of arbitrary code and denial of service.