CVE-2015-4487: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 16, 2015
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Updated

The nsTSubstring::ReplacePrep function in Mozilla Firefox before 40.0, Firefox ESR 38.x before 38.2, and Firefox OS before 2.2 might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors, related to an "overflow."

Affected Software

16 affected components
Mozilla Firefox<=39.0.3
Mozilla Firefox=38.0
Mozilla Firefox=38.0.1
Mozilla Firefox=38.0.5
Mozilla Firefox=38.1.0
Mozilla Firefox OS<=2.1.0
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=12.04
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=14.04
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=15.04
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1
openSUSE openSUSE=13.2
Oracle Solaris=11.3
Mozilla Firefox ESR=38.0
Mozilla Firefox ESR=38.0.1
Mozilla Firefox ESR=38.0.5
Mozilla Firefox ESR=38.1.0

Event History

Aug 16, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-4487?

CVE-2015-4487 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service through memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-4487?

To fix CVE-2015-4487, update your Mozilla Firefox or Firefox ESR to the latest version as recommended by Mozilla.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2015-4487?

CVE-2015-4487 affects Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 40.0, Firefox ESR 38.x before 38.2, and Firefox OS prior to 2.2.

4

What types of impacts can CVE-2015-4487 cause?

CVE-2015-4487 can lead to denial of service and possible unspecified impacts due to memory corruption.

5

Is CVE-2015-4487 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-4487 can potentially be exploited by remote attackers under certain conditions.

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