CVE-2016-5275: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 20, 2016
·
Updated

A buffer overflow when working with empty filters during canvas rendering.

Other sources

Buffer overflow in the mozilla::gfx::FilterSupport::ComputeSourceNeededRegions function in Mozilla Firefox before 49.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging improper interaction between empty filters and CANVAS element rendering.

Launchpad

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Firefox<49
49
Mozilla Firefox<=48.0.2
debian/firefox
137.0.1-1
debian/firefox-esr
115.14.0esr-1~deb11u1128.9.0esr-1~deb11u1128.8.0esr-1~deb12u1128.9.0esr-1~deb12u1128.9.0esr-2

Event History

Sep 20, 2016
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Sep 22, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:20 PM
Description
Sep 24, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:12 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 31, 2025
Data Sourced
via Debian·03:26 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2016-5275?

CVE-2016-5275 is a vulnerability characterized by a buffer overflow when working with empty filters during canvas rendering.

2

How does CVE-2016-5275 impact Mozilla Firefox?

CVE-2016-5275 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in Mozilla Firefox before version 49.0.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5275?

The severity of CVE-2016-5275 is critical with a severity score of 8.8.

4

How can I fix CVE-2016-5275 in Mozilla Firefox?

To fix CVE-2016-5275, update Mozilla Firefox to version 49.0 or newer.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-5275?

More information about CVE-2016-5275 can be found at the following references: [1], [2], [3].

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