CVE-2013-0778
First published: Tue Feb 19 2013(Updated: )
The ClusterIterator::NextCluster function in Mozilla Firefox before 19.0, Thunderbird before 17.0.3, and SeaMonkey before 2.16 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via unspecified vectors.
Credit: security@mozilla.org security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | <17.0.3 | |
| Firefox | <19.0 | |
| Mozilla SeaMonkey | <2.16 | |
| Thunderbird | <17.0.3 | |
| Mozilla Thunderbird | <17.0.3 | |
| SUSE Linux | =11.4 | |
| SUSE Linux | =12.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =12.2 | |
| Ubuntu | =10.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =11.10 | |
| Ubuntu | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =12.10 | |
| Firefox ESR | <17.0.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-02/msg00017.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-02/msg00062.html
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2013/mfsa2013-28.html
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1729-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1729-2
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1748-1
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=798867
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A16619
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0778?
The severity of CVE-2013-0778 is high due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0778?
To fix CVE-2013-0778, update Mozilla Firefox, Thunderbird, or SeaMonkey to the latest version available.
Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2013-0778?
Affected versions include Firefox before 19.0, Thunderbird before 17.0.3, and SeaMonkey before 2.16.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-0778?
CVE-2013-0778 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Who is impacted by CVE-2013-0778?
Users of affected Mozilla products on the specified versions are at risk from CVE-2013-0778.
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