CVE-2015-4473: Buffer Overflow
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the browser engine in Mozilla Firefox before 40.0 and Firefox ESR 38.x before 38.2 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4473?
CVE-2015-4473 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4473?
To fix CVE-2015-4473, update Mozilla Firefox to version 40.0 or later, or Firefox ESR to version 38.2 or later.
What types of attacks can CVE-2015-4473 enable?
CVE-2015-4473 could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2015-4473?
CVE-2015-4473 affects Mozilla Firefox versions before 40.0, Firefox ESR versions before 38.2, and specific distributions including Ubuntu and Debian.
What impact does CVE-2015-4473 have on users?
Users affected by CVE-2015-4473 may experience application crashes or could be vulnerable to malicious attacks leading to data compromise.