CVE-2015-0811: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Apr 01 2015(Updated: )
The QCMS implementation in Mozilla Firefox before 37.0 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process heap memory or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via an image that is improperly handled during transformation.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla Firefox | <=36.0.4 | |
| openSUSE | =13.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =14.10 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-04/msg00003.html
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2015/mfsa2015-34.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinapr2016-2952098.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031996
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2550-1
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1132468
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201512-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0811?
CVE-2015-0811 has a medium severity rating as it can lead to sensitive information disclosure or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0811?
To resolve CVE-2015-0811, upgrade Mozilla Firefox to version 37.0 or later.
Which versions of Mozilla Firefox are affected by CVE-2015-0811?
Versions of Mozilla Firefox prior to 37.0, specifically those up to 36.0.4, are affected by CVE-2015-0811.
Does CVE-2015-0811 affect Ubuntu Linux?
Yes, CVE-2015-0811 affects specific versions of Ubuntu Linux, including 12.04, 14.04, and 14.10.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-0811 categorized as?
CVE-2015-0811 is categorized as a memory corruption vulnerability related to improper image handling.
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