CVE-2013-1723: Buffer Overflow
The NativeKey widget in Mozilla Firefox before 24.0, Thunderbird before 24.0, and SeaMonkey before 2.21 processes key messages after destruction by a dispatched event listener, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by leveraging incorrect event usage after widget-memory reallocation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-1723?
CVE-2013-1723 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1723?
To remediate CVE-2013-1723, users should update to a patched version of Mozilla Firefox, Thunderbird, or SeaMonkey.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-1723?
CVE-2013-1723 affects Mozilla Firefox versions before 24.0, Thunderbird versions before 24.0, and SeaMonkey versions before 2.21.
Is CVE-2013-1723 a remote exploit?
Yes, CVE-2013-1723 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
What does CVE-2013-1723 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2013-1723 allows an attacker to crash the application by sending specific key messages after an event listener has been destroyed.