CVE-2016-5274: Use After Free
A use-after-free issue in web animations during restyling.
Other sources
Use-after-free vulnerability in the nsFrameManager::CaptureFrameState function in Mozilla Firefox before 49.0, Firefox ESR 45.x before 45.4, and Thunderbird < 45.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging improper interaction between restyling and the Web Animations model implementation.
— Launchpad
Affected Software
Event History
Parent advisories
This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.
Peer vulnerabilities
Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-5274?
CVE-2016-5274 is a use-after-free issue in web animations during restyling.
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5274?
CVE-2016-5274 has a severity level of critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-5274?
Mozilla Firefox versions up to and excluding 49.0, Firefox ESR 45.x before 45.4, and Thunderbird before 45.4 are affected by CVE-2016-5274.
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2016-5274?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2016-5274 by leveraging improper interaction between restyling and the Web Animations model implementation to execute arbitrary code.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-5274?
More information about CVE-2016-5274 can be found in the following references: [1] [2] [3]