CVE-2017-5432: Use After Free

Published Apr 19, 2017
·
Updated

A use-after-free vulnerability occurs during certain text input selection resulting in a potentially exploitable crash.

Affected Software

26 affected componentsFixes available
Mozilla Thunderbird<52.1
52.1
Mozilla Firefox<53
53
Mozilla Firefox ESR<45.9
45.9
Mozilla Firefox ESR<52.1
52.1
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server=7.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Aus=7.3
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Aus=7.4
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Eus=7.3
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Eus=7.4
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Eus=7.5
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation=7.0
Mozilla Firefox<53.0
Mozilla Firefox=52.0
Mozilla Thunderbird<52.1.0
Mozilla Firefox ESR<45.9.0
Mozilla Firefox ESR=52.0
debian/firefox
137.0.2-1
debian/firefox-esr
115.14.0esr-1~deb11u1128.9.0esr-1~deb11u1128.8.0esr-1~deb12u1128.9.0esr-1~deb12u1128.9.0esr-2
Mozilla Firefox<45.9.0

Event History

Apr 19, 2017
CVE Published
via Mozilla·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·06:22 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jun 11, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:37 PM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:47 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-5432?

CVE-2017-5432 is considered to be a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation leading to application crashes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-5432?

To fix CVE-2017-5432, update your Mozilla Thunderbird or Firefox ESR to versions 52.1 or later.

3

What are the affected products for CVE-2017-5432?

The affected products for CVE-2017-5432 include Mozilla Thunderbird, Firefox ESR versions below 52.1, and Firefox versions below 53.

4

Can CVE-2017-5432 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-5432 can be potentially exploited remotely through malicious text input.

5

What platforms are impacted by CVE-2017-5432?

CVE-2017-5432 impacts multiple platforms including Debian and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

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