7.5
CWE
17
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-0805

First published: Wed Apr 01 2015(Updated: )

The Off Main Thread Compositing (OMTC) implementation in Mozilla Firefox before 37.0 makes an incorrect memset call during interaction with the mozilla::layers::BufferTextureClient::AllocateForSurface function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via vectors that trigger rendering of 2D graphics content.

Credit: security@mozilla.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
openSUSE=13.1
openSUSE=13.2
Mozilla Firefox<=36.0.4
Ubuntu Linux=12.04
Ubuntu Linux=14.04
Ubuntu Linux=14.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-0805?

    CVE-2015-0805 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-0805?

    To fix CVE-2015-0805, update Mozilla Firefox to version 37.0 or later.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2015-0805?

    CVE-2015-0805 affects Mozilla Firefox versions up to and including 36.0.4 and specific versions of openSUSE and Ubuntu Linux.

  • Can CVE-2015-0805 cause a denial of service?

    Yes, CVE-2015-0805 can lead to denial of service due to its flawed memory handling.

  • What conditions are necessary for CVE-2015-0805 to be exploited?

    CVE-2015-0805 can be exploited through crafted web content that interacts with the vulnerable BufferTextureClient implementation.

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